Elder abuse: Dermatologic clues and critical solutions

Elder abuse affects approximately 2% to 10% of older Americans. Unfortunately, it is often unrecognized and certainly underreported. Dermatologists have a unique role in the detection and reporting of elder abuse. An analysis of risk factors, clinical signs, reporting requirements, and prevention of...

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Published in:Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology 2013-02, Vol.68 (2), p.e37-e42
Main Authors: Palmer, Matthew, BS, Brodell, Robert T., MD, Mostow, Eliot N., MD, MPH
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
abrasions
Aged
Alopecia - etiology
bruising
burns
Burns - etiology
Contusions - etiology
decubitus ulcers
Dermatology
elder abuse
Elder Abuse - diagnosis
Elder Abuse - prevention & control
geriatrics
Humans
lacerations
Lacerations - etiology
Mandatory Reporting
Risk Factors
traumatic alopecia
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Summary:Elder abuse affects approximately 2% to 10% of older Americans. Unfortunately, it is often unrecognized and certainly underreported. Dermatologists have a unique role in the detection and reporting of elder abuse. An analysis of risk factors, clinical signs, reporting requirements, and prevention of elder abuse brings this issue into focus.
ISSN:0190-9622
1097-6787
DOI:10.1016/j.jaad.2011.03.016