Abstract
Geriatric patients are at a high risk for the development of postoperative delirium. By recognizing predisposing and precipitating risk factors, preventive measures can be undertaken to reduce this risk. Accurate and timely diagnosis is essential, and we offer therapeutic strategies to help reduce the high morbidity and mortality of this important condition.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 667-686 |
Number of pages | 20 |
Journal | Clinics in Geriatric Medicine |
Volume | 24 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 2008 |
Keywords
- Confusion
- Geriatrics
- Perioperative care
- Surgery
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Geriatrics and Gerontology