Early recognition of neuroleptic malignant syndrome during traumatic brain injury rehabilitation.
Brain Inj
; 17(7): 631-7, 2003 Jul.
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| ID: mdl-12775273
ABSTRACT
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome is a rare disorder that manifests with hyperthermia, muscle rigidity and autonomic instability. Presented is a case series of individuals with traumatic brain injury and agitation who, when treated with neuroleptics, developed neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Although the incidence of this syndrome is rare, it is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. The onset of symptoms inconsistent with the patient's current level of recovery should alert the clinician to consider other possible diagnosis and failure to distinguish the features of neuroleptic malignant syndrome from post-traumatic agitation will delay appropriate intervention for this potentially life-threatening disorder.
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Bases de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Lesiones Encefálicas
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Síndrome Neuroléptico Maligno
Tipo de estudio:
Etiology_studies
Límite:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Brain Inj
Asunto de la revista:
CEREBRO
Año:
2003
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos