Author/Authors :
Evyapan Akkuş, D Ege Üniversitesi - Tıp Fakültesi - Nöroloji Anabilim Dalı, Turkey
Title Of Article :
Approach to neurological causes of disorders of consciousness
Abstract :
Disorders of consciousness are a common reason for aged patients to admit to the hospital urgently. Because a wide variety of neurological diseases result in a consciousness disorder, it presents a diagnostic challenge to the clinician. At the same time, many of these conditions can be fatal. Therefore, disorder of consciousness represents a medical emergency and requires immediate evaluation. This article reviews the neurological causes of consciousness disorders in elderly patients. An approach to these patients is suggested and specific diagnoses are discussed.
NaturalLanguageKeyword :
Consciousness , aged , consciousness disorders , confusion , delirium , coma , central nervous system diseases
JournalTitle :
Ege Journal Of Medicine
