Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4182084 | L'Encéphale | 2010 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
A review of the literature does not enable us to confirm or invalidate a link between catatonia and neuroleptic malignant syndrome. However, answering this question would have direct consequences, since the suggestion of a link has led to the contraindication of neuroleptics for the treatment of catatonia, which contraindication has been extended on principle to the use of all newer antipsychotic medication. But since the link between catatonia and neuroleptic malignant syndrome has not been established according to scientific criteria, should the contraindication of atypical antipsychotic drugs be maintained in the treatment of catatonia?
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Authors
S. Vesperini, F. Papetti, D. Pringuey,