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Review
. 2004 Mar;84(3):273-80.
doi: 10.1016/j.ijgo.2003.07.001.

Screening for partner violence during pregnancy

E M Shadigian  1 , S T Bauer
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Review

Screening for partner violence during pregnancy

E M Shadigian et al. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2004 Mar.
Free article

Abstract

Objectives: An analysis of the international literature on partner violence provides insights for health care providers caring for women.

Methods: The current literature on partner violence epidemiology, screening, and interventions was reviewed, focusing on pregnancy.

Results: Adolescent girls and pregnant women are at highest risk for partner violence and homicide.

Conclusions: Health care providers need to offer clinical screening and interventions to prevent consequences of partner violence, including homicide.

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