Evaluation of the Prevalence and Risk Factors of Delirium in Cardiac Surgery ICU
Introduction: Delirium is defined as an acute cognitive disorder presenting with fluctuation in cognition, apathy and non-organized thinking. It may increase morbidity, mortality, ICU stay and cost. In patients who underwent heart surgery delirium may increase post-operative complications such as re...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Tabriz University of Medical Sciences
2013-12-01
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| Series: | Journal of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Research |
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| Online Access: | http://journals.tbzmed.ac.ir/JCVTR/Manuscript/JCVTR-5-157.pdf |