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Case Reports
. 1977 Aug 15;238(7):618-20.

Sudden catatonic stupor with disastrous outcome

Q R Regestein, J S Alpert, P Reich
  • PMID: 577963
Case Reports

Sudden catatonic stupor with disastrous outcome

Q R Regestein et al. JAMA. .

Abstract

Catatonic stupor occurred in two psychiatric inpatients, predisposing them to staphylococcal pneumonia, venous thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism. Disastrous outcomes ensued. Catatonic stupor can lead to fatal complications, and aggressive medical and psychiatric therapy is indicated.

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