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  • Title: Difficulties in diagnosing neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
    Author: Zolezzi MS, Al-Hathloul AM.
    Journal: Saudi Med J; 2002 Feb; 23(2):234-6. PubMed ID: 11938405.
    Abstract:
    This report describes a recent case of neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a rare adverse effect of antipsychotic medications. Assessment of the neuroleptic malignant syndrome was carried out by using the Naranjo Algorithm Probability Scale which resulted in a highly probable reaction to haloperidol. The difficulties in establishing the diagnosis in this patient lead to late intervention resulting in a slow recovery and prolonged hospitalization. Our objective in this presentation is to highlight the importance of early recognition of this potentially fatal adverse drug reaction.
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