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Review
. 2009 Jul-Aug;50(4):309-16.
doi: 10.1176/appi.psy.50.4.309.

Symptoms of depression and anxiety after delirium

Dimitry S Davydow  1
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Review

Symptoms of depression and anxiety after delirium

Dimitry S Davydow. Psychosomatics. 2009 Jul-Aug.

Abstract

Background: Delirium is a common problem in hospitalized patients.

Objective: The author investigated the relationship between in-hospital delirium and subsequent depressive and anxiety symptoms.

Method: A literature search and review using MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and PsycINFO was performed.

Results: Eight studies were eligible. Five studies found significant associations between delirium episodes and subsequent symptoms of depression and/or anxiety.

Conclusion: Psychological distress is common after delirium, warranting comprehensive evaluation and treatment.

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