CLP 2023: An Equal Opportunity Offender: Delirium Throughout the Lifespan

Delirium is the most common psychiatric syndrome found in the general hospital setting and one of the neuropsychiatric disorders causing more impact to medically ill patients. Multiple studies have demonstrated that the presence of delirium is associated with poor increased morbidity and mortality, increased cost of care, increased hospital-acquired complications, a slower rate of physical recovery, poor functional and cognitive recovery, decreased quality of life, prolonged hospital stays, and increased placement in specialized intermediate and long-term care facilities.

Dr. Gunther will provide an overview of the impact of delirium across the lifespan, including the effects of social determinants of health. Specifically, he will address the incidence across populations, the negative health outcomes (including increased morbidity and mortality), and the financial and societal burden of delirium.