Publications by authors named "Benjamin L Park"
Wooden chest syndrome (WCS) is a rare phenomenon of opioid-induced skeletal muscle rigidity causing respiratory failure and inability to ventilate. The most common opioid associated with WCS is the synthetic opioid fentanyl. Fentanyl has been called the deadliest drug in America.
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- * The abnormal movements were identified as an acute dystonic reaction, which can sometimes occur after anesthesia, though they're typically linked to certain medications that affect dopamine.
- * Effective treatment for these reactions includes medications like diphenhydramine or benzodiazepines, as misdiagnosis could lead to poor patient outcomes due to the varied nature of symptoms.