Munchausen syndrome by proxy.

Urinary obstruction caused by factitious urethral stones: an amazing manifestation of Munchausen syndrome by proxy.

The diagnosis of Munchausen syndrome by proxy is frequently difficult to document and often delayed. A unique presentation of a case of Munchausen syndrome by proxy involving insertion of factitious stones in the lower urinary tract is reported.

Procedures, placement, and risks of further abuse after Munchausen syndrome by proxy, non-accidental poisoning, and non-accidental suVocation

Objectives—To investigate outcome, management, and prevention in Munchausen syndrome by proxy, nonaccidental poisoning, and non-accidental

Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy in False ~l legations

A review of the literature regarding Munchausen syndrome by proxy in relation to allegations of child sexual abuse is presented. Problems in the diagnosis of Munchausen syndrome by proxy in these cases can be the result of a failure to consider that the allegations may be false, legal issues surrounding the child's testimony, and other biases in professional and legal attitudes towards allegati...

What is Munchausen syndrome by proxy?

Munchausen syndrome by proxy – A Literature review

Munchausen syndrome by proxy was first described by a pediatric nephrologist Roy Meadow, in the year 1977. The typical form involves inducing illness in the child by parent or other caregiver, and lures the clinician with fabricated stories. It involves the parents exaggerating symptoms of illness of their child, thereby resulting in overly aggressive medical evaluations and interventions. Usua...