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. 1978 Jan;20(1):33-9.

The spectrum of alleged rape

M R Soules, S K Stewart, K M Brown, A A Pollard
  • PMID: 621707

The spectrum of alleged rape

M R Soules et al. J Reprod Med. 1978 Jan.

Abstract

A prospective series of 110 alleged rape victims from July through November 1974 at Denver General Hospital is presented. The victims and assailants are characterized. The laboratory established proof of recent coitus in 68%. Four-fifths of the victims presented within 12 hours of the alleged incident. The analysis of ABO vaginal antigens appears to be promising for assailant identification. Follow-up by appointment in this group was successful in only 5%. Only a minority of cases led to arrest and criminal proceedings. Suggestions are made for alternative approaches to victims based on new developments in forensic laboratory procedures.

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