Citation

Jenny C, Crawford-Jakubiak JE. Pediatrics 2013; 132(2): e558-67.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, American Academy of Pediatrics)

DOI

10.1542/peds.2013-1741

PMID

23897912

Abstract

This clinical report updates a 2005 report from the American Academy of Pediatrics on the evaluation of sexual abuse in children. The medical assessment of suspected child sexual abuse should include obtaining a history, performing a physical examination, and obtaining appropriate laboratory tests. The role of the physician includes determining the need to report suspected sexual abuse; assessing the physical, emotional, and behavioral consequences of sexual abuse; providing information to parents about how to support their child; and coordinating with other professionals to provide comprehensive treatment and follow-up of children exposed to child sexual abuse.

Language: en