Indian research on acute organic brain syndrome: Delirium
2010
Indian Research on Delirium
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Pinto Charles
Primary Institution: BYL Nair Hospital and TN Medical College, Mumbai, India
Conclusion
There is a need for more research and publications on delirium in India to improve understanding and management of this condition.
Supporting Evidence
- Delirium occurs in 30% of hospitalized patients and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality.
- Delirium is often under-recognized and under-treated in clinical settings.
- Screening tools like the Confusion Assessment Method (CAM) are useful for diagnosing delirium.
Takeaway
Delirium is a serious condition that can happen to people in the hospital, and we need to learn more about it to help those who are sick.
Methodology
The study involved a Medline search for articles on delirium in India and a review of published articles in the Indian Journal of Psychiatry.
Limitations
There is a lack of comprehensive studies on delirium in India, and many articles are not published in local journals.
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