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Neuroleptic Malignant SyndromeDiscussion:(NMS)• Uncommon but potentially life-threateningidiosyncratic adverse drug reaction after:– Anti-psychotic (typical/atypical) treatment– Sudden withdrawal of dopaminergic agents• Unpredictable course• High morbidity & mortalityTreatment in Psychiatry: Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome. Am J Psychiatry164:6, June 2007

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