Citation

Chiczewski D, Kelly M. Emerg. Med. Serv. 2002; 31(10): 117-119.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2002, Emergency Medical Services)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

12683282

Abstract

Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy is a serious form of child abuse/maltreatment that often leads to death. Unfortunately, it is sometimes recognized only after a child dies. Police and EMS personnel are mandated reporters of child abuse; however, it is important to understand the differences in behaviors and characteristics found in Munchausen syndrome, as opposed to other forms of abuse.

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