El ginecoobstetra ante la violencia sobre la salud de la mujer / The role of the gynecologist-obstetrician concerning violence against women's health

The role of gynecologists and obstetrician in violence against women's health is reviewed. Concepts, violence, Sexual and Reproductive Rights and scientific features of ethical practice are analyzed. There is special emphasize in prevention and considering violence as a pathological entity demanding emergency management, a comprehensive analysis of rape is an example.