Popis: |
Hysterical paralysis is a rare variant of conversion disorder. Its diagnostic can be difficult, and organic causes of paralysis must be ruled out. We report here a case of hysterical hemiplegia that was attributed to occupational-linked stress factors, and was consequently considered as an accident at work. Diagnostic and treatment procedures carried out in this case are reported. Compensation rates published by the Spanish Government pay little attention to occupational-linked psychiatric diseases. Frequently, as in our case, an extrapolation |