Delirium-related factors and their prognostic value in patients undergoing craniotomy for brain metastasis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Delirium is characterized by acute brain dysfunction. Although delirium significantly affects the quality of life of patients with brain metastases, little is known about delirium in patients who undergo craniotomy for brain metastases. This study aimed to identify the factors influencing the occurrence of delirium following craniotomy for brain metastases and determine its impact on patient prognosis.

Method

A total of 153 patients who underwent craniotomy for brain metastases between March 2013 and December 2020 were evaluated for clinical and radiological factors related to the occurrence of delirium. Statistical analysis was conducted by dividing the patients into two groups based on the presence of delirium, and statistical significance was confirmed by adjus

SUBMITTER: Yoo J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9548882 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature