Delirium in intensive care: an under-diagnosed reality
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چکیده
Delirium occurs in up to 80% of patients admitted to intensive care units. Although under-diagnosed, delirium is associated with a significant increase in morbidity and mortality in critical patients. Here, we review the main risk factors, clinical manifestations and preventative and therapeutic approaches (pharmacological and non-pharmacological) for this illness.
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دوره 25 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013