An Overview of Munchausen Syndrome and Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy.
Nurs Clin North Am
; 53(3): 375-384, 2018 09.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-30100003
ABSTRACT
Munchausen syndrome and Munchausen syndrome by proxy are complex diseases that are difficult to diagnose and treat. To assist in this process, an overview of diagnostic criteria with common characteristics and red flags are discussed, with case studies illustrating identification and diagnosis of these disorders. Treatment options are addressed within the context of each of these complex syndromes. The provider's knowledge of diagnostic criteria and treatment options for Munchausen syndrome and Munchausen syndrome by proxy promotes better outcomes for patients. Without an early diagnosis and intervention, the patient is at high risk for severe complications, including organ failure and mortality.
Key words
Full text:
1
Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy
/
Munchausen Syndrome
Type of study:
Prognostic_studies
/
Screening_studies
Limits:
Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Nurs Clin North Am
Year:
2018
Document type:
Article
Publication country:
EEUU
/
ESTADOS UNIDOS
/
ESTADOS UNIDOS DA AMERICA
/
EUA
/
UNITED STATES
/
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
/
US
/
USA