Preeclampsia as a Possible Etiology in Postpartum Psychosis: A Case Report

Abstract

Postpartum psychosis is characterized by a rapid development of bizarre delusions, sleeplessness, affective symptoms, and disorganized behavior that jeopardize the safety of the newborn baby and the mother. Despite the risk factors identified, the pathogenesis of PP is unclear. We report a case which had an emergency cesarean section due to preeclampsia and developed postpartum psychosis. This case without a history of previous psychiatric disease was presented in contributing to our understanding of the etiology of PP.




J Med Cases. 2013;4(3):193-195
doi: https://doi.org/10.4021/jmc1055e