Self-inflicted bite marks in battered child syndrome.
Examination of a child abuse victim revealed bite marks on both arms. These lesions are usually pursued as a clue to the identity of the specific perpetrator. We demonstrated that the bite was from the victim. Importance of this phenomenon in evaluation of bite injuries is discussed.
D001497:Battered Child Syndrome; D001733:Bites and Stings; D001734:Bites, Human; D002649:Child Abuse; D002675:Child, Preschool; D005260:Female; D005553:Forensic Dentistry; D006801:Humans