International guidelines for the imaging investigation of suspected child physical abuse (IGISPA): a protocol for a modified Delphi consensus study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Radiological imaging is a central facet of the multidisciplinary evaluation of suspected child physical abuse. Current guidelines for the imaging of suspected child physical abuse are often unclear, incomplete and highly variable regarding recommendations on critical questions, thereby risking clinical heterogeneity, unstructured decision-making and missed diagnoses. We, therefore, aim to develop and report an evidence-based and consensus-derived international guideline for the radiological investigation of index and contact children in the context of suspected physical abuse and to ascertain areas of scientific uncertainty to inform future research priorities.

Methods and analysis

The international guidelines for the imaging investigation of suspected child phy

SUBMITTER: Sidpra J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12506100 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature