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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Anesthesiology

Background:

  • Conversion disorder (CD) is a rare neurological condition.
  • It can manifest with sensory or motor deficits following medical procedures.
  • Exclusion of organic or metabolic causes is critical for diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 62-year-old female presented with quadriplegia.
  • The patient also experienced a disturbed level of consciousness.
  • These symptoms emerged upon awakening from general anesthesia.

Findings:

  • The patient's symptoms were attributed to Conversion Disorder.
  • This diagnosis was considered after other potential causes were excluded.
  • The case illustrates a rare post-anesthesia complication.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering Conversion Disorder in post-anesthesia neurological deficits.
  • Underscores the need for a thorough differential diagnosis in such cases.
  • Informs clinical practice regarding rare complications of general anesthesia.