On awakening paralyzed during surgery. A syndrome of traumatic neurosis
R. S. Blacher
We have observed several cases of a traumatic neurotic syndrome in patients
who awakened from light anesthesia while still unable to move. The
subsequent symptoms of anxiety and irritability, preoccupation with death,
and repetitive nightmares should lead the physician to suspect the
condition even though the patient is reluctant to talk about it. A direct
explanation of the situation often serves as a dramatic cure.
