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Outcome in conversion disorder: a follow up study

W Couprie1, E F Wijdicks, H G Rooijmans

  • 1University Department of Neurology, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry
|June 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Patients with conversion disorder who improved during hospitalization showed significantly better long-term outcomes. Rapid improvement, linked to recent symptom onset, predicted a good prognosis for conversion disorder.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Psychiatry
  • Clinical Psychology

Background:

  • Conversion disorder, a neurological and psychiatric condition, presents with motor or sensory deficits.
  • Understanding long-term outcomes is crucial for patient management and treatment strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the long-term prognosis of conversion disorder patients.
  • To identify factors associated with favorable or unfavorable outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 56 patients admitted for conversion disorder (excluding pseudoseizures) was interviewed.
  • Follow-up assessments were conducted, with a median interval of 4.5 years.

Main Results:

  • Patients who improved during their hospital stay had a 96% good outcome, compared to 30% for others (Risk Ratio 3.2).

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  • Rapid improvement was associated with recent symptom onset.
  • A small percentage (4%) developed subsequent organic deficits.

    • Conclusions:

    • Hospitalization and rapid improvement are positive prognostic indicators for conversion disorder.
    • Recent symptom onset may predict a better recovery trajectory.
    • Ongoing monitoring is advised due to the potential for later organic deficits.