Sarah C Ulderich Williams, Ansam I Qaddoumi, John T Meghreblian, Mary E McBride, Sarah A King, Muhammad A Elahi, Debbie Tuggle, R Eric Heidel, Lou M Smith
BACKGROUND: This study analyzed the overall incidence of delirium, comorbid conditions, injury patterns, and pharmacological risk factors for the development of delirium in an alert, geriatric trauma population. METHODS: IRB-approved, prospective, consecutive cohort series at two Southeastern Level 1 trauma centers from June 11 to August 15, 2023. Delirium was assessed using the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) score. Comorbidities and medications were detailed from electronic medical records...
March 23, 2024: American Surgeon