battered child syndrome

battered child syndrome definition - medical

battered child syndrome

noun
A combination of continuing, often serious physical injuries, such as bruises, scratches, hematomas, burns, or malnutrition, inflicted on a child through gross abuse usually by parents, guardians, or other individuals.

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