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See Latest ArticlesDelirium in the Acute Care Setting: Characteristics, Diagnosis and Treatment
Critical Care Clinics, 01/23/09
Maldonado JR - Delirium is a neurobehavioral syndrome caused by the transient disruption of normal neuronal activity secondary to systemic disturbances. It is also the most common psychiatric syndrome found in the general hospital setting, its prevalence surpassing better known psychiatric disorders. This article reviews the published literature on delirium and addresses the epidemiology, known etiologic factors, presentation and characteristics of delirium, while emphasizing what is known about treatment strategies and prevention.
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