The Association of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors with Delirium in Post-Operative Adults: A Secondary Analysis of a Post-Operative Dataset with Daily Severity of Illness Adjustment
C. Adrian Austin,
Imani Bazemore,
Joe Yi
et al.
Abstract:Background Postoperative delirium is a prevalent condition associated with increased mortality, difficulties with physical recovery from surgery and decreased long-term cognitive function, especially in older adults. Currently, there are no direct medical treatments for delirium. We recently found an association between SSRI administration and reduced delirium in a critically ill medical population. We sought to evaluate this association in a surgical population. SSRIs may provide a new treatment option for de… Show more
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