ABSTRACT
The use of neuroleptic drugs may result in an acute multisystem disorder characterized by fever, leukocytosis, and extrapyramidal signs. This has been termed the neuroleptic malignant syndrome. A case is reported that illustrates many of the problems in diagnosis and management of this syndrome.
- Received December 1985.
- Accepted April 1986.
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