A case report of benzodiazepine withdrawal delirium due to accidental discontinuation of benzodiazepines in cancer perioperative period

A case report of benzodiazepine withdrawal delirium due to accidental discontinuation of benzodiazepines in cancer perioperative period

Abstract Background Benzodiazepines are known for their possible risk of delirium, especially when administered to older adults or during the perioperative period. However, the risk of sudden discontinuation of benzodiazepines and subsequent withdrawal delirium seems to be underappreciated and not p...

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Main Authors: Junji Yamaguchi, Ryoichi Sadahiro, Saho Wada, Eri Nishikawa, Tatsuto Terada, Rika Nakahara, Hiromichi Matsuoka
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2024-12-01
Series:PCN Reports
Subjects:
abrupt discontinuation of benzodiazepine
benzodiazepine withdrawal delirium
cancer perioperative period
inappropriate benzodiazepine prescription
postoperative delirium
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/pcn5.70026
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