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MMPI profiles in post-lumbar puncture headache

S T Vilming1, B Ellertsen, K Troland

  • 1Department of Neurology, Ullevaal Hospital, University of Oslo, Norway.

Acta Neurologica Scandinavica
|March 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

This study found no significant personality differences in individuals who experienced post-lumbar puncture headaches (PPH) compared to those who did not. The Minnesota Multiple Personality Inventory (MMPI) revealed no lasting psychological impact from PPH.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Psychology

Background:

  • Post-lumbar puncture headache (PPH) is a known complication following spinal procedures.
  • Previous concerns suggested potential psychological sequelae of PPH.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate potential long-term personality differences in patients who experienced PPH.
  • To assess the psychological impact of PPH using the Minnesota Multiple Personality Inventory (MMPI).

Main Methods:

  • A cohort of 70 patients (20 males, 50 females) with a history of lumbar puncture were evaluated.
  • The Minnesota Multiple Personality Inventory (MMPI) was administered an average of 33 months post-lumbar puncture.
  • Patients who experienced PPH were compared to a control group without PPH.

Main Results:

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  • The prevalence of PPH in the evaluated sample was 45.7%.
  • No statistically significant differences in personality traits were found between the PPH group and the control group via MMPI analysis.
  • This suggests PPH does not lead to discernible long-term personality alterations.

Conclusions:

  • The Minnesota Multiple Personality Inventory (MMPI) indicates that post-lumbar puncture headaches (PPH) do not result in significant long-term personality changes.
  • These findings alleviate concerns regarding the psychological impact of PPH on patients.