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Psychogenic catatonia with elevated creatine kinase and autonomic hyperactivity.

J D Chandler1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Western Regional Health Centre, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia.

Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
|September 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

A young man developed severe catatonia and autonomic hyperactivity, resembling neuroleptic malignant syndrome. Electroconvulsive therapy led to complete recovery, suggesting a psychogenic cause in some neuroleptic-treated patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Neuroscience

Background:

  • Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a rare but life-threatening reaction to antipsychotic medications.
  • Catatonia is a complex psychomotor syndrome characterized by motor abnormalities, stupor, and autonomic dysfunction.

Observation:

  • A young male patient with no prior psychiatric history or psychotropic medication exposure rapidly developed severe catatonia.
  • The patient also exhibited autonomic hyperactivity and an elevated creatine kinase level, mimicking NMS symptoms.

Findings:

  • Despite presenting with NMS-like symptoms, the patient responded positively to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
  • Complete recovery following ECT suggests that the patient's condition may represent a severe form of psychogenic catatonia.

Implications:

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  • This case highlights the importance of considering psychogenic catatonia in patients presenting with NMS-like symptoms, especially those exposed to neuroleptics.
  • Distinguishing between NMS and severe psychogenic catatonia is crucial for appropriate and effective treatment selection, potentially avoiding unnecessary interventions for NMS.