Haldol Fails to Help ICU Patients with Delirium in New Study
Haldol failed to help patients in ICU live longer or shorten their hospital stay when given to treat delirium, a new clinical trial indicates.
Tag Archives: Delirium
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ICU Delirium Linked to Longer Hospital Stays, But Not Increased Mortality: Study
A new study finds mechanical ventilation and postoperative delirium do not increase the risk of patient deaths, but the length of comas might.
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Hip Fracture Surgery Delirium Risk After Regional and General Anesthesia Evaluated in New Study
A new study reveals both regional and general anesthesia can cause post-surgical delirium in older patients.
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Some Drugs Increase Risk of Delirium After Hip or Knee Surgery: Study
Some drugs, like Zoloft, Remeron and Effexor, are linked to an increased risk of delirium after hip and knee surgeries, particularly for elderly patients, according to the findings of a…
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Baclofen Side Effects May Increase Risk of Encephalopathy Among Individuals With Kidney Disease: Study
The findings of a new study link high doses of baclofen to an increased risk of brain disease, which can result in delirium, dementia and strokes.
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Haldol Side Effects and Minimal Benefits Make Drug Unsuitable for Treating Delirium: Study
A new study finds that Haldol and similar antipsychotics do not provide significant benefits when used to treat delirium, and may increase the risk of heart problems.
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Dementia Worsened By Delerium Often Caused By Hospital Stays, Surgery: Study
The findings of a new study indicate that delirium can increase the cognitive decline of and symptoms of dementia in elderly patients.
