Amnestic disorder due to diseases classified elsewhere

All definitional requirements for amnestic disorder are met. The memory symptoms are judged to be the direct pathophysiological consequence of a medical condition not classified under mental, behavioral and neurodevelopmental disorders, based on evidence from the history, physical examination, or laboratory findings. The symptoms are not better explained by Delirium, Dementia, another mental disorder (e.g., Schizophrenia or Other Primary Psychotic Disorder, a Mood Disorder) or the effects of a medication or substance, including withdrawal effects. The symptoms are sufficiently severe to be a specific focus of clinical attention. The identified etiological medical condition should be classified separately.

Differential diagnosis

When diagnosing Amnestic disorder due to diseases classified elsewhere, the following ICD-11 disorders should be considered in the differential diagnosis:

• Amnezja dysocjacyjna (6B61)

Frequently asked questions

What disorders are in the differential diagnosis of Amnestic disorder due to diseases classified elsewhere?

The differential diagnosis of Amnestic disorder due to diseases classified elsewhere (6D72.0) includes: Amnezja dysocjacyjna (6B61).

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