Delirium
Synonyms
Delirium of Mixed Origin
Delirium, Subacute
Deliriums, Subacute
Mixed Origin Delirium
Mixed Origin Deliriums
Subacute Delirium
Subacute Deliriums
A disorder characterized by CONFUSION; inattentiveness; disorientation; ILLUSIONS; HALLUCINATIONS; agitation; and in some instances autonomic nervous system overactivity. It may result from toxic/metabolic conditions or structural brain lesions. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, pp411-2)