ICU delirium linked to acute renal damage

Published On 2021-10-23 12:10 GMT | Update On 2021-10-25 06:10 GMT

Acute kidney Injury (AKI) and delirium are two of the most prevalent problems in the Intensive care unit (ICU). There is little known regarding the relationship between AKI and delirium, as well as the incidence and predictors of delirium in AKI patients.

ICU delirium is frequently associated with acute kidney injury, suggests a new study. The study data may be helpful for neurologists and critical care physicians in screening patients for those most likely to develop ICU delirium and providing early delirium interventions.

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ICU Delirium Frequently Linked With Acute Renal Damage, Finds A New Study

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ICU delirium linked to acute renal damage

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