title: The role of external heat load in triggering the neuroleptic malignant syndrome.
abstract: During a heat wave three patients developed neuroleptic malignant syndrome. The role of heat load in triggering this syndrome and possible mechanisms behind such a role are discussed. Data concerning the season of occurrence of neuroleptic malignant syndrome are reported.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D014150:Antipsychotic Agents / Q000009:adverse effects; D001714:Bipolar Disorder / Q000188:drug therapy; D001833:Body Temperature Regulation; D006358:Hot Temperature / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009459:Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome / Q000209:etiology*; D012559:Schizophrenia / Q000188:drug therapy; D012621:Seasons
chemical_list: D014150:Antipsychotic Agents