Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome in Patients With Dementia: Experiences of A Single Memory Clinic
Ahmet Turan Isik,
Derya Kaya,
Mehmet Selman Ontan
et al.
Abstract:Objectives
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a life-threatening condition that occurs as an adverse reaction to antipsychotic and antiemetic agents or sudden withdrawal of dopaminergic medications. Given the metabolic and functional reserves and the comorbidities in older adults, NMS may show an atypical course.
Methods
The medical records of patients with neurodegenerative diseases leading to dementia between 2013 and 2020 were reviewed for the d… Show more
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