| Literature DB >> 8095087 |
Abstract
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome and malignant hyperthermia share two cardinal clinical features: hypothermia and rigidity. Both syndromes can result in rhabdomyolysis and have high mortality rates if left untreated. This article reviews each syndrome and its pathogenesis and treatment.Entities:
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Year: 1993 PMID: 8095087 DOI: 10.1016/s0025-7125(16)30265-6
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Med Clin North Am ISSN: 0025-7125 Impact factor: 5.456