Citation

Gindesgaard CB, Møller TR. Ugeskr. Laeger 2011; 173(39): 2419-2420.

Vernacular Title

Perforation af trommehinden pga. bornemishandling.

Affiliation

Øre-næse-hals Afdelingen, Vejle Sygehus, 7100 Vejle. christianbannergindesgaard@gmail.com.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2011, Den Alm Danske Laegerforening)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

21958485

Abstract

Munchausen syndrome by proxy (MSBP) is a complex, multifaceted form of child abuse that presents a challenge to all health-care providers. Diagnosis is difficult in cases of MSBP, and it is imperative to recognise the clinical features of MSBP in both the child and the perpetrator. All members of the health-care team must stay objective in the interactions with families where MSBP is suspected and make referrals to the proper agencies. A case is presented to explain the medical and social complexities associated with nursing and diagnosing MSBP. This article also provides a brief review of the definition of MSBP.

Language: da