Delirium affects approximately 20% to 25% of patients undergoing cardiac surgery, highlighting the need for screening, prevention, and treatment strategies in older adults.
This review outlines the etiology, risk factors, and management strategies for delirium in older cardiac surgery patients.
Delirium affects approximately 20% to 25% of patients undergoing cardiac surgery and is particularly common in older adults. This article reviews the etiology and risk factors for delirium associated with cardiac surgery in older adults. Delirium screening, prevention, and treatment strategies, including both pharmacological and nonpharmacological therapies, are presented. Interventions appropriate in both the intensive care unit and
Clarke et al. (2010) conducted a review in Delirium in older cardiac surgery patients. Pharmacological and nonpharmacological therapies was evaluated. Delirium affects approximately 20% to 25% of patients undergoing cardiac surgery, highlighting the need for screening, prevention, and treatment strategies in older adults.