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Bilateral prefrontal hypermetabolism in FDG-PET – a functional correlate of delirium tremens?
R. Reilmann, M. Weckesser, E.B. Ringelstein · Aktuelle Neurologie · 2006 · Heft 09
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Introduction: Delirium tremens is a complication frequently seen in patients during alcohol withdrawal. Little is known about the functional changes that occur in the brains of patients during states of delirium tremens. Case report: We report a 77 year old woman who was admitted to the emergency room with a state of reduced consciousness and intermittent agitation of unknown etiology. The patient lived alone and no additional information about the previous history and manifestation of the reduced state of consciousness was available at that time. Neurological exam revealed no other deficits. Blood tests were no…
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Delirium
Blood
After
Consciousness
Angiography
Craving
Alcoholic Beverages
Benzodiazepines
Barbiturates
Cocaine
Aktuelle Neurologie
