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[Mental disorders in patients after tick-borne encephalitis (TBE)]
T Hermanowska-Szpakowicz1, S Pancewicz, A Szulc
1Klinika Chorób Pasozytniczych i Neuroinfekcji AM w Białymstoku.
Psychiatria Polska
|March 1, 1997
Summary
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) can lead to long-term psychiatric issues, including dementia and mood disorders, in a significant portion of patients one year post-infection. Early psychiatric evaluation is crucial for managing these TBE sequelae.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
- Infectious Diseases
Context:
- Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a viral infection with potential neurological and psychiatric sequelae.
- Long-term effects of TBE on mental health require further investigation.
- Assessing psychiatric conditions one year after TBE infection is critical for understanding disease impact.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the psychiatric state of patients one year after TBE.
- To identify the types and prevalence of psychiatric disorders following TBE.
- To explore the relationship between TBE and subsequent intellectual, social, and professional status.
Summary:
- A study analyzed 58 patients (34 women, 24 men) aged 17-72, one year after TBE.
- Psychiatric assessments used standardized scales (CPRS, HDS, HAS, MMSE) and a custom questionnaire.
- Twenty-two patients (38%) required psychiatric treatment for conditions including dementia, personality changes, depression, and anxiety disorders.
Impact:
- TBE can result in significant long-term psychiatric morbidity, necessitating specialized treatment.
- The study highlights potential TBE-induced changes in intellectual-mnestic functions.
- Findings suggest TBE sequelae can negatively affect patients' social and professional lives.