title: Munchausen syndrome by proxy. The importance of behavioral characteristics in recognition and investigation.
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.
authors.forename: Deborah
authors.initials: D
authors.lastname: Chiczewski
authors.forename: Michael
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Kelly
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D006801:Humans; D016735:Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy / Q000175:diagnosis*; D010287:Parent-Child Relations; D014481:United States