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"On-off"-induced lethal hyperthermia.

R F Pfeiffer1, E L Sucha

  • 1Section of Neurology, University of Nebraska College of Medicine, Omaha.

Movement Disorders : Official Journal of the Movement Disorder Society
|January 1, 1989
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Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) can occur with antipsychotic drugs. A fatal NMS-like event was observed after dopaminergic stimulation withdrawal in a Parkinson's disease patient.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) is a recognized complication of neuroleptic medications.
  • Similar hyperthermic reactions are associated with abrupt cessation of dopaminergic stimulation, like levodopa withdrawal.

Observation:

  • A patient with Parkinson's disease experienced a fatal NMS-like episode.
  • This event occurred during an "off" period, characterized by reduced dopaminergic stimulation.

Findings:

  • The case highlights a fatal NMS-like presentation associated with Parkinson's disease "off" periods.
  • This suggests a potential link between dopaminergic withdrawal and hyperthermic syndromes beyond typical levodopa withdrawal.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should consider NMS-like episodes in Parkinson's disease patients experiencing "off" periods.

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  • This case broadens the understanding of conditions mimicking NMS, emphasizing the critical role of dopaminergic stimulation.