American journal of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
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Am J Alzheimers Dis Other Demen · Mar 2011
ReviewReview: delirium in the elderly: a comprehensive review.
Delirium is a common neuropsychiatric syndrome in the elderly characterized by concurrent impairments in cognition and behaviors. The etiologies for delirium are often multifactorial and are due to underlying medical illnesses and/or due to medication effect. ⋯ Available evidence indicates that early detection, reduction of risk factors, and better management of this condition can decrease its morbidity rates. In this review, we discuss the etiology, neurobiology, diagnosis, prevention, and treatments for this potentially lethal condition in the elderly.