Sudden Catatonic Stupor With Disastrous Outcome
- Quentin R. Regestein, MD;
- Joseph S. Alpert, MD;
- Peter Reich, MD
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.
(JAMA 238:618-620, 1977)
Footnotes
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