title: [Mistreatment, abuse and neglect of senior citizens as a medical problem].
abstract: The author presents an account of contemporary approaches to the problem of maltreatment, abuse and neglect of senior citizens. He draws attention to risk factors, clinical manifestations and different forms of maltreatment. Briefly basic remedies are discussed. Special attention is devoted to maltreatment and unsuitable treatment in facilities for long-term care.
authors.affiliation: III. Interní klinika 1. LF UK a VFN, Praha.
authors.forename: Z
authors.initials: Z
authors.lastname: Kalvach
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D004552:Elder Abuse / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D012307:Risk Factors