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Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 January 2018

R. J. Abbott  and
L. A. Loizou
R. J. Abbott*
Affiliation:
Pinderfields General Hospital, Wakefield
L. A. Loizou
Affiliation:
Pinderfields General Hospital, Wakefield
*
St. James's University Hospital, Beckelt Street, Leeds 9.
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Abstract

The neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) occurs as a hypersensitivity response in certain patients exposed to neuroleptics. It is a relatively rare, but potentially lethal complication, the incidence of which may have been underestimated. Recent interest in NMS has arisen due to the recognition that specific therapy may now be available. This review summarises the clinical features and discusses recent ideas regarding aetiology and treatment.

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The British Journal of Psychiatry , Volume 148 , Issue 1 , January 1986 , pp. 47 - 51
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Copyright © 1986 The Royal College of Psychiatrists 

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