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Defining delirium and its impact in Parkinson’s Disease

Principal Investigator: Dr Rachael Lawson

BAM Co-applicant: Prof Alison Yarnall

BAM Project members: Florence Gerakios, Dr Gemma Bate, Dr Rachel Cullinan, Dr Nicole Edwards, Rosina Cook

Our study aims to:

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Evaluate existing delirium diagnostic tools in Parkinson's and developing disease specific outcome measures
Understand the presentation and natural history of delirium in inpatients with Parkinson's disease
Improve the care and long-term outcomes of people with Parkinson's and delirium by raising awareness and developing educational material
Understand the experiences of delirium from those with Parkinson's disease, their carers and healthcare professionals

Our Methods

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We completed a daily detailed delirium assessment including a variety of tests, questions, collateral history and observations
We invited everyone admitted to hospital with Parkinson's disease to take part
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We completed follow up visits in participants' own homes

Funder: Parkinson’s UK

Contact: Dr Rachael Lawson

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