Zeitschrift für Gerontologie und Geriatrie
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Postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) is a severe long-term complication after surgical procedures. POCD is mainly seen among geriatric patients. Hospitalization, extent of surgery, and systemic inflammatory response might contribute to POCD. ⋯ Multiple risk factors have been identified over the last decade. However, the exact etiology is still unknown. This mini-review summarizes the recent developments concerning POCD prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.