Predictors of Poor Outcome in Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome: Retrospective Analysis of Nationwide Inpatient Sample (S32.006)

CONCLUSIONS: In patients admitted for neuroleptic malignant syndrome, every decade increment in age, acute kidney injury, seizures and respiratory failure were positive predictors of poor outcome. Every calendar year increase was a negative predictor of poor outcome. Study Supported by:Disclosure: Dr. Modi has nothing to disclose. Dr. Dharaiya has nothing to disclose.

Source: Neurology - April 8, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: Modi, S., Dharaiya, D. Tags: Movement Disorders: Tremor, Ataxia, and More Platform Blitz Source Type: research