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Rethinking Haloperidol in Geriatric Delirium

Psychopharmacology and Psychiatry Updates

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This chapter examines the safety of haloperidol in elderly patients with post-surgery delirium, referencing a study that reviews over 17,000 patients. It highlights the controversial debate on antipsychotic usage, stressing the importance of thoughtful treatment strategies despite similar safety profiles among medications.

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