Bruising in Babies

Accidental bruising in a non-independently mobile baby is very rare.

Any bruising (or a mark that might be bruising) in a baby or child of any age who is not independently mobile should raise concern and be subject to further enquiry by all professionals. Unexplained bruising or any bruising in a child not independently mobile must always raise suspicion of maltreatment and should result in an immediate Referral the Safeguarding Hub and requires an urgent paediatric assessment. Please refer to the CSCP policy ‘Bruising in Babies and Children who are Not Independently Mobile’ http://cumbrialscb.proceduresonline.com/this external link will open in a new window

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