Abstract:BackgroundDelirium is a common complication in ICU patients, and it can significantly increase the length of hospital stay and cost. Dexamethasone is widely used in various inflammatory diseases and is a glucocorticoid commonly used in critically ill patients. There are no studies on the effect of dexamethasone on the development of delirium in critically ill patients, therefore, this study aimed to confirm the effect of dexamethasone use and the dose on the incidence of delirium and patient prognosis in criti… Show more
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