Emergence Delirium: Revisiting a Clinical Enigma
Journal: International Journal of Anesthesiology & Research (IJAR) (Vol.01, No. 03)Publication Date: 2013-11-29
Authors : Nicoleta Stoicea MD; Wiebke Ackermann MD; Thomas Ellis MD; Kenneth Moran MD; Eduardo Reyes MD; Quinones Alexander BS; Sergio Bergese MD;
Page : 15-17
Keywords : Emergence Delirium; Delirium; Cognitive Impairment; Acute Confusional State; Orthopaedic Surgey.;
Abstract
Delirium seems to result from the interaction between pre-operative patient vulnerabilities and exposure to precipitating factors. Post-operative delirium (POD) is often observed in elderly patients undergoing orthopedic surgery, particularly hip fracture repair and may persist for several days postoperatively. Emergence delirium (ED) is known as an acute agitation and confusion occurring during or immediately following emergence from general anesthesia, in the OR orpost anesthesia care unit. Stress and inflammation are important triggers in the development of delirium.
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