Delirium

A disorder characterized by CONFUSION; inattentiveness; disorientation; ILLUSIONS; HALLUCINATIONS; agitation; and in some instances autonomic nervous system overactivity. It may result from toxic/metabolic conditions or structural brain lesions. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, pp411-2)

Also Known As:

Delirium of Mixed Origin; Subacute Delirium; Delirium, Subacute; Deliriums, Subacute; Mixed Origin Delirium; Mixed Origin Deliriums; Subacute Deliriums

Nervous System Diseases: 14737
- Neurologic Manifestations: 7223
  - Neurobehavioral Manifestations: 1632
    - Confusion: 7252
      - Delirium: 8761
Signs and Symptoms Pathological Conditions
- Signs and Symptoms
  - Neurologic Manifestations: 7223
    - Neurobehavioral Manifestations: 1632
      - Confusion: 7252
        Delirium: 8761
Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms
- Neurobehavioral Manifestations: 1632
  - Confusion: 7252
    - Delirium: 8761
Mental Disorders: 25040
- Neurocognitive Disorders: 1532
  - Delirium: 8761

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