In:
Parkinson's Disease, Hindawi Limited, Vol. 2014 ( 2014), p. 1-5
Abstract:
Background . Neuropsychiatric symptoms are common in idiopathic Parkinson’s disease (PD), and hospitalization for delirium, depression, psychosis, and anxiety is sometimes required. A minimal amount of data exists on these patients. Methods . Charts of all patients admitted to a psychiatric hospital between 2006 and 2009 with a diagnosis of PD were reviewed. Forty-three met entry criteria and were reviewed. Initial and discharge diagnoses, comorbid psychiatric diagnoses, length of stay, and living arrangements before and after hospitalization are described. Results . Consistent with previous research, this study showed evidence of comorbid psychiatric disorders within PD. Conclusions . The long-term goal of this area of study would be to reduce neuropsychiatric symptoms and improve quality of life in order to reduce inpatient hospital stays.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
2090-8083
,
2042-0080
Language:
English
Publisher:
Hindawi Limited
Publication Date:
2014
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2573854-9