Postoperative delirium in elderly patients is associated with subsequent cognitive impairment
Conclusions. Mild cognitive impairment or dementia is a risk for POD. Elderly patients who have not been diagnosed with MCI or dementia but experience POD are more likely to be diagnosed subsequently with MCI or dementia.
Source: British Journal of Anaesthesia - Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research
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