Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: Can Be an Unrecognized Chronic Fatal Disease

This case report concentrates on the fatal consequences of the chronic aspects of neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS). It is a life-threatening side effect and has been identified since antipsychotics were developed. Efforts to highlight the propensity to develop NMS for those more sensitive to psychotropic medications have been infrequent. Ethnic groups, such as Asians and African Americans, seem to be at higher risk, and therefore clinicians must be hypervigilant of NMS with these groups. Strategies on how to keep a heightened level of awareness about the use of traditional antipsychotic medications with those at risk for NMS are discussed.