Case Report

Muscle Rigidity Due to Fentanyl Infusion in the Pediatric Patient

Authors: CHRISTINA GLICK MD, OWEN B. EVANS MD, BRUCE R. PARKS PhD

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Two cases of fentanyl-induced muscle rigidity are presented. Significant features of these cases include the unusual pattern of rigidity and the use of fentanyl doses lower than those usually associated with muscle rigidity.

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