Why the study?
Malignant catatonia is an under-recognized, life-threatening condition associated with high morbidity and mortality that requires prompt recognition and treatment by intensivists.
Malignant catatonia is a life-threatening condition that requires prompt recognition by intensivists and treatment with benzodiazepines or electroconvulsive therapy.
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Highlights need for intensivist awareness of malignant catatonia; leaves open standardized protocols from higher-level evidence.
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