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: 14178
- Neurologic Manifestations: 7102
  - Neurobehavioral Manifestations: 1586
    - Confusion: 7125
      - Delirium: 8410
Signs and Symptoms Pathological Conditions
- Signs and Symptoms
  - Neurologic Manifestations: 7102
    - Neurobehavioral Manifestations: 1586
      - Confusion: 7125
        Delirium: 8410
Behavior and Behavior Mechanisms
- Neurobehavioral Manifestations: 1586
  - Confusion: 7125
    - Delirium: 8410
Mental Disorders: 24177
- Neurocognitive Disorders: 1448
  - Delirium: 8410

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