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Clinical Predictors of Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium
Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, 1994 Up to now, clinical predictors for the course of the alcohol withdrawal syndrome, especially for the occurrence of a delirium, are lacking. Thus, this study was undertaken to examine whether clinical routine investigations at admission before the withdrawal syndrome can reveal factors indicating a higher risk for the development of a delirium.
Martin Driessen, R D Kanitz
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Risk for Delirium Tremens in Patients with Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
Substance Abuse, 2002To determine the characteristics associated with an increased risk for delirium tremens (DT) we performed a case–control study at the detoxification units of two hospitals. Cases met DSM–IV criteria for DT. For each case ( n = 15), 3 controls ( n = 45) were chosen. Eligibility criteria were applied equally to cases and controls.
David Fiellin, Patrick G O’Connor
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Dexmedetomidine as an adjuvant in the treatment of alcohol withdrawal delirium: a case report
General Hospital Psychiatry, 2006In this case report, even a moderate dose of dexmedetomidine, a very selective alpha(2)-adrenergic agent, resulted in a rapid response to alcohol withdrawal delirium after the standard treatment. Psychiatrists should be aware of this relatively new drug that provides advantages over clonidine, heavy sedation and secondary restraints.
Riku Aantaa
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Journal of Anesthesia, 2012
To the Editor: In the May issue of the Journal of Anesthesia, Demuro et al. [1] describe a case series of patients receiving dexmedetomidine for alcohol withdrawal. The authors highlight that benzodiazepines may be associated with hemodynamic instability and respiratory depression.
Sean Kane, Dustin R Fraidenburg
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To the Editor: In the May issue of the Journal of Anesthesia, Demuro et al. [1] describe a case series of patients receiving dexmedetomidine for alcohol withdrawal. The authors highlight that benzodiazepines may be associated with hemodynamic instability and respiratory depression.
Sean Kane, Dustin R Fraidenburg
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Intravenous Flunitrazepam in the Treatment of Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium
Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research, 1993Alcohol withdrawal delirium (AWD) requires treatment with an adequate sedative, anticonvulsant, and antipsychotic agent next to general intensive care measures, Optimal medication should have a rapid onset of action and the possibility of parenteral application. A specific antagonist should be available.
R, Pycha +6 more
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THE EFFECT OF CETADIOL ON DELIRIUM TREMENS, ALCOHOLIC HALLUCINOSIS, AND ALCOHOL WITHDRAWAL
American Journal of Psychiatry, 1958Cetadiol does not have a tranquilizing or sedating effect on patients suffering from delirium tremens or alcoholic hallucinosis. It does not shorten the course of delirium tremens. The placebo used in this study is as effective as Cetadiol in relieving symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. [See Source PDF for table 1]
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A Model for Predicting Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium
Psychiatric Services, 2001The aim of this study was to develop a model for identifying patients with a high risk of developing alcohol withdrawal delirium after assessment in the emergency department.Patients seeking acute treatment for alcohol withdrawal at St. Göran's hospital in Stockholm were evaluated for known risk factors for alcohol withdrawal delirium.
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Alcoholic Delirium and Other Withdrawal Syndromes
1994Alcoholism is a major public health problem causing various neurological diseases (Table 1), the most frequent and most important of them being delirium tremens (DT). In our experience, more than 20% of 1720 patients admitted to the neurological intensive care unit (ICU) during a 7-year period were alcohol dependent. Of these, 78 admissions (4.5%) were
Volker Schuchardt +2 more
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Use of high dose benzodiazepines in alcohol and sedative withdrawal delirium
General Hospital Psychiatry, 1997The authors describe two patients who required massive doses of benzodiazepines to treat complicated alcohol and sedative withdrawal delirium. Some of the factors that contribute to difficulties in management are discussed. Finally, we describe the advantages and disadvantages of high dose pharmacologic management and controversies regarding ...
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