Alcohol withdrawal.
review · Level V
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Abstract
Alcohol withdrawal syndrome is a significant cause of perioperative morbidity and mortality. Physicians should be able to: (1) identify high-risk patients preoperatively by using the various screening tests, (2) recognize patterns with AWS, and (3) use the appropriate supportive, behavioral, nutritional and pharmacological treatment.
Medical subject headings
- Ethanol
- Postoperative Complications
- Substance Withdrawal Syndrome