Psychogenic dwarfism
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Synonyms and keywords: Psychosocial dwarfism; psychosocial short stature; psychological short stature.
Overview
Historical Perspective
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Psychogenic dwarfism from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | X Ray | CT | MRI | Echocardiography or Ultrasound | Other Imaging Findings | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies
Case Studies
External links
- I Won't Grow Up: The Causes of Psychogenic Dwarfism by Karen Munoz