A new identity for misidentification syndromes.
The systematic study of delusional misidentification syndromes has been hampered by the often confusing and imprecise eponymic nomenclature currently in use. We present a case report that demonstrates the inadequacies of the current system. We then propose a new classification system designed to improve research and understanding in this important area.
Banov
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MD
Psychotic Disorders Program, McLean Hospital, Belmont, MA 02178.
Kulick
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AR
Oepen
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Pope
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D000368:Aged; D001921:Brain / Q000503:physiopathology; D002194:Capgras Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis; D003702:Delusions / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000523:psychology; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D004569:Electroencephalography; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008569:Memory Disorders / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000503:physiopathology; D009483:Neuropsychological Tests; D009626:Terminology as Topic