Minor Physical Abnormalities in adolescent sample

MPA were assessed with Waldrop MPA Scale. In both patients groups mean MPA total score as well as mean head subscore was significantly higher than in healthy controls. No statistically significant differences between SSD and AN groups was observed.

In all three groups most common abnormalities included large gap between first and second toe and low-seated ears. The MPA profile was similar in all three groups. These results are confirm both schizophrenia and anorexia neurodevelopmental hypotheses and may also be considered consistent with psychosis continuum concept.

Associations between delusional anorexia subtype and schizophrenia may also be discussed. Nevertheless the results should not be overgeneralized and further studies, including other subgroups of SSD and AN patients are warranted.