Incidence, predictors and health outcomes of delirium in very old hospitalized patients: a prospective cohort study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Delirium is a common complication that leads to poor health outcomes in older patients undergoing treatment. Due to severe consequences, early recognition of high-risk patients and risk factors for delirium are crucial in the prompt initiation of prevention measures. However, research in medically hospitalized patients aged ≥80 years remains limited. This study aimed to determine the incidence, predictors and health outcomes of delirium in very old (aged ≥80 years) hospitalized patients in China.

Methods

A prospective study was conducted in individuals aged ≥80 years admitted to geriatric departments. Potential risk factors were assessed within 24 h after hospital admission. Screening for delirium was performed on admission and every 48 h thereafter for 14 days an

SUBMITTER: Zhang M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8966247 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature