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The Relation Between the Clinical Subtypes of Delirium and the Urinary Level of 6-SMT
The link between types of delirium and levels of a urine sleep hormone
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Abstract
Urinary 6-SMT levels were higher in hypoactive delirium patients and lower in hyperactive patients.
- Delirium is a common syndrome in elderly hospitalized patients.
- Sleep and circadian rhythm disturbances are associated with delirium.
- Melatonin may influence these disturbances.
- The study found a correlation between urinary 6-SMT levels and clinical subtypes of delirium.
- Higher urinary 6-SMT was observed in patients with hypoactive delirium.
- Lower urinary 6-SMT was noted in patients with hyperactive delirium.
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