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Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Neurology
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Delirium is a common, acute, somatic-triggered condition complicating hospitalizations.
  • Antipsychotics are standard treatment for severe psychomotor agitation in delirium.
  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is rarely used for treatment-refractory delirium in Denmark.

Observation:

  • This case report details a patient with treatment-refractory delirium.
  • The patient's condition persisted despite standard treatments.
  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) was considered for this refractory case.

Findings:

  • Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is underutilized for severe, treatment-refractory delirium.
  • There is a lack of precise guidelines for using ECT in acute conditions like delirium.
  • The study underscores the need for more research into ECT's efficacy for delirium.

Implications:

  • Clinical practice may benefit from updated guidelines on ECT for refractory delirium.
  • Further research is needed to establish the role of ECT in managing acute delirium.
  • Exploring novel treatment strategies for delirium is crucial for improving patient outcomes.