Delirium as a Neurobehavioral Consequence of Stroke

Delirium is a complex syndrome and is common as a result of stroke. Delirium after stroke is associated with poorer outcomes, including more extended hospital stays, risk of later institutionalization, and mortality.
In this video, Professor Terence Quinn discusses why it is important to identify delirium after a stroke and how it affects health outcomes.
Learn about the challenges of estimating how common delirium after stroke is and simple methods to diagnose delirium.
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Professor Terence J Quinn FWSO, FESO, FRCP, MD, MBChB (hons), Bsc (hons)
David Cargill Chair and Honorary Consultant Physician in Geriatric and Stroke Medicine
School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health
College of Medical, Veterinary and Life Sciences
University of Glasgow
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Chapters:
00:00 What are the signs of delirium after stroke?
00:57 How common is delirium after stroke?
01:56 How does delirium affect the outcome, including mortality, of the patient during hospitalization, and long-term?
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Learn more about Post-stroke delirium here: neurotorium.or...