Conversion disorder after general anaesthesia for cystoscopy: A case report

Saudi J Anaesth. 2024 Jul-Sep;18(3):445-446. doi: 10.4103/sja.sja_39_24. Epub 2024 Jun 4.

Abstract

Conversion disorder (CD) is a rare complication after general anesthesia and can be presented with sensory and or motor deficits. The organic or metabolic cause should be excluded first before considering CD diagnosis. A 62-year-old female was admitted to the high-dependency unit with quadriplegia and disturbed level of consciousness secondary to CD upon emergence from general anesthesia.

Keywords: Conversion disorder; general anesthesia; loss of consciousness; quadriplegia.

Publication types

  • Case Reports