Localized Intravascular Coagulopathy of Venous Malformation Involving the Labia as a Mimic of Child Sexual Abuse: A Case Report

Authors

Leslie Strickler, University of New Mexico Children’s Hospital
Lan Anh Van-Dinh, University of New Mexico Children’s Hospital
Christopher Torrez, University of New Mexico Children’s Hospital
Jessica Williams, Presbyterian Hospital

Document Type

Poster

Publication Date

9-17-2020

Abstract

Given location and relative rarity, ano-genital injuries in children often prompt concern for maltreatment. We present a case of localized intravascular coagulopathy as a complication of venous malformation, which mimicked abusive trauma leading to an evaluation for maltreatment. Comprehensive assessment identified the underlying medical cause. This case represents an example of the importance of objective assessment in unusual case presentations to ensure diagnostic accuracy, and appropriate direction of medical and child protection resources.

Comments

Presented at the Annual Pediatric Research Forum Poster Sessions. Contact Leslie E Strickler for questions.

Recommended Citation

Strickler, Leslie; Lan Anh Van-Dinh; Christopher Torrez; and Jessica Williams. "Localized Intravascular Coagulopathy of Venous Malformation Involving the Labia as a Mimic of Child Sexual Abuse: A Case Report." (2020). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/hsc_2020_pediatric_research/1