Post-operative cognitive dysfunction – A brief review

Postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) can be referred to as a mild but possibly long-lasting altered intellectual function occurring after surgery, which is more common in old age. It may last from a few hours to some months or may be permanent. Up to half of patients, young and old, have POCD...

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Main Authors: Patki J, Ravinutala S
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KIMS Foundation and Research Center 2016-01-01
Series:Journal of Medical and Scientific Research
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Online Access:http://jmsronline.com/article.aspx?ID=Post-operative-cognitive-dysfunction-A-brief-review