Incidence and risk factors of postoperative delirium in elderly surgical patients 2023.
Scientific Reports January 9, 2025 Efrem Fenta, Diriba Teshome, Simegnew Kibret et al. 36 citations
Postoperative delirium has the potential to impact individuals of all age groups, with a significant emphasis on the elderly population. Its presence leads to an increase in surgical morbidity and mortality rates, as well as a notable prolongation of hospital stays. However, there is a lack of research regarding the prevalence, risk factors, and implications of postoperative delirium in...