Approximately 12% of apparently previously cognitively well patients undergoing
anaesthesia and noncardiac surgery will develop symptoms of cognitive dysfunction after …

A common observation in EEG research is that consciousness vanishes with the
appearance of delta (1–4 Hz) waves, particularly when those waves are high amplitude …

With increasing life expectancy and technological advancement, provision of anaesthesia
for elderly patients has become a significant part of the overall case‐load. These patients …

Delirium, a form of acute brain dysfunction, is very common in the critically ill adult patient
population. Although its pathophysiology is poorly understood, multiple factors associated …

Background Delirium is a common neuropsychiatric disorder associated with prolonged
hospital stays, and increased morbidity and mortality. Diagnosis is frequently missed due to …

A spectrum of NCD exists in surgical patients ranging from postoperative delirium, delayed
neurocognitive recovery, and POCD. Identification of patients at-risk for developing NCD can …

Background Delirium is frequently unrecognised. EEG shows slower frequencies (ie below 4
Hz) during delirium, which might be useful in improving delirium recognition. We studied the …

Abstract Purpose of Review We present a focused review on postoperative delirium for
anesthesiologists, encompassing clinical features, neuropathogenesis, and clinical …

Background Delirium is the most common neurologic disorder after cardiac surgery and
affects both short and long-term outcomes. This study was conducted to evaluate the effect …

BACKGROUND: Delirium is an acute syndrome characterized by inattention, disorganized
thinking, and an altered level of consciousness. A reliable biomarker for tracking delirium …