Publications by authors named "Laura Insana"
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- Delirium is a common but often overlooked cognitive disorder, particularly in elderly hospitalized patients, that can lead to serious complications and is underrecognized in cardiology.
- Research has led to the development of prevention and management strategies, emphasizing that delirium can be confused with other conditions, making it essential for healthcare providers to identify it promptly.
- Non-pharmacological interventions are preferred for treatment, while medication should be limited to severe cases, highlighting the need for increased awareness and protocol development in cardiology to address this issue effectively.
Epilepsy is often associated with modifications in autonomic nervous system, which usually precede the onset of seizures of several minutes. Thus, there is a great interest in identifying these modifications enough time in advance to prevent a dangerous effect and to intervene. In addition, these changes can be a risk factor for epileptic patients and can increase the possibility of death.
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