Delusional hypochondriasis: nosographic evaluation, clinical course and therapeutic outcome of 5 cases

Psychopathology. 1991;24(3):179-84. doi: 10.1159/000284712.

Abstract

Five cases of delusional hypochondriasis are reported. Their nosographic position is discussed in the light of recent literature, DSM-IIIR, Present State Examination and ICD-9 classification criteria of hypochondriacal symptomatology.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Delusions / diagnosis*
  • Delusions / drug therapy*
  • Delusions / psychology
  • Drug Therapy, Combination
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Hypochondriasis / diagnosis*
  • Hypochondriasis / drug therapy*
  • Hypochondriasis / psychology
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Psychiatric Status Rating Scales
  • Psychotropic Drugs / therapeutic use*
  • Reality Testing
  • Sick Role

Substances

  • Psychotropic Drugs