Singapore Med J 2013; 54(8): e152-e153; http://dx.doi.org/10.11622/smedj.2013113
A case of prolonged delirium tremens
Nicholas J, Jacob R, Kinson R
Correspondence: Adj Asst Prof Rajesh Jacob, Jacob_rajesh@imh.com.sg
ABSTRACT
We present a case of delirium tremens lasting for five weeks in an alcohol-dependent individual. The patient required high-dose benzodiazepines, which is atypical and rare. The clinical presentation and management of this patient is discussed.
Keywords: alcohol withdrawal, benzodiazepines, prolonged delirium tremens
Singapore Med J 2013; 54(8): e152-e153; http://dx.doi.org/10.11622/smedj.2013113
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