Neuroleptic malignant syndrome in the intensive therapy unit.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case of the neuroleptic malignant syndrome occurred in a 40-year-old male after administration of chlorpromazine while on an Intensive Therapy Unit. Treatment with dantrolene sodium was successful, and a muscle biopsy was examined in the recovery phase of the illness. The importance of this condition and the difficulties in establishing a diagnosis at an early stage in patients on an Intensive Therapy Unit are discussed, along with implications for treatment.
Medical subject headings
- Chlorpromazine
- Critical Care
- Muscles
- Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome