Maltraitance à enfants

Children maltreatment includes physical and psychological violence, sexual abuse and neglect. Numerous publications are listed on this topic from pediatricians, psychiatrists, specialists in legal medicine, radiologists, general practitioners and dermatologists, showing that the topic is cross-sectional and that management must be multidisciplinary. The physician plays an important role in the diagnosis of child maltreatment. We highlight points to be looked for during clinical examination and the judiciary implications of reporting child abuse, with the aim of protecting the child.