Delirium pathophysiology: An updated hypothesis of the etiology of acute brain failure

Short summary

A new 'systems integration failure hypothesis' proposes that delirium arises from the complex interplay of various pathological factors, leading to breakdowns in neurotransmitter function, sensory processing, motor responses, and neuronal network connectivity, collectively termed 'acute brain failure'.

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