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The confusion assessment method for the intensive care unit (CAM-ICU) and intensive care delirium screening checklist (ICDSC) for the diagnosis of delirium: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical studies

Critical Care · 2012 · Vol. 16(4) · pp. R115–R115
Dimitri Gusmao-FloresJorge I. SalluhRicardo Ávila ChalhubLucas C. Quarantini

Abstract

The CAM-ICU is an excellent diagnostic tool in critically ill ICU patients, whereas the ICDSC has moderate sensitivity and good specificity. The available data suggest that both CAM-ICU and the ICDSC can be used as a screening tool for the diagnosis of delirium in critically ill patients.

Intensive Care Unit Cognitive DisordersAnesthesia and Sedative AgentsAnesthesia and Neurotoxicity ResearchDeliriumMedicineChecklistIntensive care unitConfusionIntensive careIntensive care medicineMEDLINEEmergency medicine

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ConfusionCritical CareDeliriumHumansIntensive Care UnitsCritical IllnessChecklist

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  • Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico
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