Brain scans may predict recovery in conversion disorder
NCT ID NCT02329626
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 20 people with a first episode of motor conversion disorder, a condition where psychological stress causes physical symptoms like paralysis. Researchers used PET scans to measure brain metabolism at the start of symptoms and checked if those patterns related to recovery after 6 months. The goal was to see if brain imaging could help predict outcomes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors predict recovery in motor conversion disorder using brain scans.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early observational study with only 20 people. It is not testing a treatment, so it may not lead to any direct benefit for patients.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHRU de Montpellier - Hôpital Gui de Chauliac
Montpellier, 34295, France
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CHRU de Montpellier - Hôpital Lapeyronie
Montpellier, 34295, France
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CHRU de Nîmes - Hôpital Universitaire Carémeau
Nîmes, 30029, France
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