Inherited disorder of skeletal muscles triggered most often by anesthesia inhalation agents, succinylcholine, heat or exercise
Results in hypermetabolism, skeletal muscle damage,<unk> , and death if not treated quickly
GENERALIZED rigidity NOT always present; if it occurs,<unk>  is almost certain
Increased time from 1st sign to 1st dantrolene
For every 30 minute increase in the interval, complication likelihood increases x 1.6
Increased maximal temperature
For every 2°C increase in max temp, complication likelihood increases x 2.9
For every 30 minute increase in the interval, complication likelihood increases x 1.6
For every 2°C increase in max temp, complication likelihood increases x 2.9
Malignant hyperthermia
Infectious
Nitrogen narcosis
Sepsis
CO2 narcosis
Meningitis
Spinal shock
Encephalitis