meta_analysis
    2021
    High Quality

    Melatonin for delirium prevention in hospitalized patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis

    Khaing K, Nair BR

    Published in Journal of Psychiatric Research

    Methodology

    Systematic review and meta-analysis of RCTs of melatonin or ramelteon for delirium prevention.

    Key Findings

    Melatonin reduced delirium incidence in medical inpatients but not consistently in surgical populations.

    Conclusions

    Melatonin may modestly reduce acute confusion risk in selected hospitalised patients.

    Limitations

    Heterogeneous doses and populations; several small trials.

    Supplements Studied

    Melatonin
    Compound

    Melatonin reduced delirium incidence in medical inpatients but not consistently in surgical populations.

    Related Health Concerns

    Confusion

    Study Details

    Year:2021
    Sample Size:1,712
    Quality Score:7/10

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