Types, characteristics and anatomic location of physical signs in elder abuse: a systematic review. Awareness and recognition of injury patterns

Elder abuse is a worldwide problem with serious consequences for individuals and society. The recognition of elder abuse is complex due to a lack of awareness and knowledge. In this systematic review, types, characteristics and anatomic location of physical signs in elder abuse were identified. 

Van Houten ME, Vloet LCM, Pelgrim T, Reijnders UJL, Berben SAA. (2021). Types, characteristics and anatomic location of physical signs in elder abuse: a systematic review : Awareness and recognition of injury patterns. Eur Geriatr Med. 2022 Feb;13(1):53-85.
DOI: 10.1007/s41999-021-00550-z. Epub 2021 Sep 13. PMID: 34514555; PMCID: PMC8860961. 
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8860961/