Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Victims of Sexual Assault

Rape is a violent crime whose incidence is increasing rapidly. Although only 10 to 33 percent of cases of rape are reported, medical and paramedical personnel treat more than 81,000 rape victims in the United States each year.1 Rape can be defined as sexual relations that are obtained through physical force, threats, or intimidation. The victims of sexual assault may include both male and female adults and children. Risk of Infection It is difficult to estimate the risk of sexually transmitted conditions in victims of sexual assault. The prevalence of such conditions varies according to geographic area and the various . . .