• Clin. Geriatr. Med. · Nov 2008

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    Evaluation and management of the elderly patient at risk for postoperative delirium.

    • Anita S Bagri, Alex Rico, and Jorge G Ruiz.
    • Veterans Affairs Health Care System, Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center (11GRC), 1201 NW 16 Street, Miami, FL 33125, USA. anita.bagri@va.gov
    • Clin. Geriatr. Med. 2008 Nov 1;24(4):667-86, viii.

    AbstractGeriatric 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.

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