Abstract
Rev Bras Ter Intensiva. 2013;25(2):137-147
DOI 10.5935/0103-507X.20130025
Delirium occurs in up to 80% of patients admitted to intensive care units. Although under-diagnosed, delirium is associated with a significant increase in morbidity and mortality in critical patients. Here, we review the main risk factors, clinical manifestations and preventative and therapeutic approaches (pharmacological and non-pharmacological) for this illness.