What are the risk factors associated with postoperative delirium after coronary artery bypass graft surgery?
Risk factors associated with postoperative delirium after coronary artery bypass graft surgery include preoperative mild cognitive dysfunction, increased age, and presence of vascular risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease. In addition, the use of cardiopulmonary bypass and utilization of intra-operative vasoactive medications have been associated with an increased risk of delirium after coronary artery bypass graft surgery.