Efficacy of quetiapine for delirium prevention in hospitalized older medical patients: a randomized double-blind controlled trial

Efficacy of quetiapine for delirium prevention in hospitalized older medical patients: a randomized double-blind controlled trial

Abstract Background Delirium is a common disorder among hospitalized older patients and results in increased morbidity and mortality. The prevention of delirium is still challenging in older patient care. The role of antipsychotics in delirium prevention has been limited. Therefore, we conducted a t...

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Main Authors: Saran Thanapluetiwong, Sirasa Ruangritchankul, Orapitchaya Sriwannopas, Sirintorn Chansirikarnjana, Pichai Ittasakul, Tipanetr Ngamkala, Lalita Sukumalin, Piangporn Charernwat, Krittika Saranburut, Taweevat Assavapokee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-03-01
Series:BMC Geriatrics
Subjects:
Delirium
Prevention
Quetiapine
Older
Hospitalized
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02160-7

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-021-02160-7

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