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Perineal impalements in children: distinguishing accident from abuse.
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Abstract
Perineal impalements are uncommon and potentially life-threatening injuries. Medical providers must evaluate the risk of child abuse in all cases of genital or anal trauma. Determination of abuse depends on medical assessment of the mechanism of injury and statements by the child and witnesses, and may require collaboration with police or child protection agencies for scene investigation.