Christopher Rodgman, Megan Thompson, Nicolas Vergara
Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, USA.
DOI: 10.4236/ojpsych.2012.24039   PDF    HTML     4,966 Downloads   7,242 Views   Citations

Abstract

Serotonin syndrome is a life-threatening reaction associated with serotonergic agents. Its mortality is estimated around 11%, hence prompt diagnosis is necessary [1]. Given the variability of its presentation, physicians often misdiagnose this devastating condition. We present a case of serotonin syndrome seen in the Emergency Department by an on-call psychiatric resident and review the Hunter Serotonin Toxicity Criteria, emphasizing the importance of physician familiarity with these criteria.

Keywords

Serotonin Syndrome; Paroxetine; Emergency Department

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The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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