Author/Authors :
Rahmanian، Hamid نويسنده Locum Consultant Psychiatrist , Camden & islington NHS Trust, London, UK , , Petrou، Nikoletta A. نويسنده Surgical trainee Guy’s and St. Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK , , Sarfraz، M. Aamer نويسنده Consultant Psychiatrist, Kent and Medway NHS Trust, UK ,
Abstract :
Self-amputation, the extreme form of self-mutilation, is uncommon. The vast majority of cases are associated with psychosis, with a small number being assigned the controversial diagnosis of body identity integrity disorder. In this article, we report two cases of non-psychotic self-amputation and their similarities with a view to highlighting the risk factors and formulating an appropriate management plan.
