Dystonic reaction to haloperidol causing severe tongue swelling requiring cricothyroidotomy
Background: Haloperidol is a widely used drug in both the prehospital setting and the emergency department (ED) for agitation. Though rare, haloperidol can lead to severe dystonic reactions that can cause traumatic tongue swelling. Severe tongue swelling can lead to airway compromise. Case Report: A...
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| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2025-06-01
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| Series: | JEM Reports |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2773232025000367 |
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