1. [Prognostic value of various classifications of acute delusional episodes].
- Author
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Ferrara M, Biggeri A, De Nardo V, Gragnani L, Sirianni F, and Voarino M
- Subjects
- Acute Disease, Adaptation, Psychological, Adolescent, Adult, Delusions diagnosis, Delusions psychology, Female, Humans, Male, Middle Aged, Prognosis, Psychiatric Status Rating Scales, Psychotic Disorders diagnosis, Psychotic Disorders psychology, Retrospective Studies, Schizophrenia classification, Schizophrenia diagnosis, Schizophrenic Psychology, Delusions classification, Psychotic Disorders classification
- Abstract
A population of 56 cases of acute delusional disorders classified Bouffées délirantes by Pichot's diagnostic criteria is studied. Diagnostic methodology is described. Prognostic factors are assessed from individual variables, using a logistic linear regression model giving the probability of a favourable outcome. These prognostic factors are then adjusted considering gender.
- Published
- 1992