Predisposing and Precipitating Factors for Delirium in the Very Old ( ≥80 Years): A Prospective Cohort Study of 3,076 Patients

Conclusion: Compared to the general delirium rate of approximately 20%, the prevalence of delirium doubled above the age of 80 years (41.8%) due to predisposing factors uncommon in younger patients.Gerontology
Source: Gerontology - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research