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Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: Factitious Disorder Imposed

Vivekanshu Verma, , Factitious Disorder; Medical Negligence; Malpractice; Legal Medicine; Consumer Protection.

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Shri Gopal Kabra, Vivekanshu Verma. Munchausen Syndrome by Proxy: Factitious Disorder Imposed. Indian Journal of
Legal Medicine. 2024;5(1):71–78.
 

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Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (FDIA) involves caregivers fabricating or inducing   illness in someone under their care. In some cases, caregivers misuse FDIA to manipulate legal outcomes by creating false medical histories, leading doctors to unnecessary interventions. When complications arise, they accuse the medical team of negligence. This deceit compromises
accurate diagnoses and treatments, making healthcare providers appear negligent. Proving  medical negligence requires showing that the provider breached their duty of care, but FDIA   obscures the true source of harm. Addressing FDIA misuse involves thorough investigations,   recognizing red flags, and ensuring collaboration between legal and medical professionals.A  case scenarioon FDIA involving patient suffering from Fibroids, who underwent surgery, is described for understanding the practical challenges faced by healthcare professionals, as observed by bird’s eye view, to highlight the pertinent issue.
 

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