Loss of melatonin daily rhythmicity is asociated with delirium development in hospitalized older adults
Delirium is associated with circadian rhythm disruption. In this study we have explored whether circadian variation of melatonin is an indicator for delirium. Melatonin levels were determined from the first day of hospitalization and up to three days after the onset of delirium. Patients who did not...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Brazilian Association of Sleep and Latin American Federation of Sleep Societies
2016-10-01
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| Series: | Sleep Science |
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| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1984006316300529 |