Delirium in the hospital, a narrative review

Delirium is a common complication in hospitalized patients, particularly the elderly and those with cognitive impairment. It has been associated with higher mortality, prolonged hospitalization, cognitive impairment, higher rates of institutionalization at discharge and higher costs for healthcare s...

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Main Authors: Felipe Martínez Lomakin, Catalina Tobar Bustos, Paola Fuentes Rojas
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Medwave Estudios Limitada 2013-04-01
Series:Medwave
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Online Access:http://www.mednet.cl/link.cgi/Medwave/PuestaDia/Practica/5643