Delusional infestation in an elderly population
Freyne, A.; Wrigley, M.
Irish Medical Journal 87(3): 86-88
1994
ISSN/ISBN: 0332-3102 PMID: 8056548 Document Number: 437694
The clinical features of delusional infestation are outlined and six elderly patients who presented with this condition are described. Their presentation and clinical features are discussed in relation to other case reports. Management issues, particularly in relation to aetiology, are outlined.
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