Catatonia: harbinger of the neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Five consecutive cases of the NMS are presented, in all of which a catatonic state preceded the onset of the condition. Catatonia would appear to represent a highly significant risk factor for the NMS and a possible causal link between the two disorders is suggested.
Medical subject headings
- Catatonia
- Chlorpromazine
- Dibenzothiazepines
- Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome
- Psychotic Disorders