Brain Disorders & Therapy

Integrated biochemical theory of delirium and experience with pharmacological reversal

7^th International Conference on Neurological Disorders & Stroke

September 20-21, 2018 | Rome, Italy

Philip Anthony McMillan

University of Stirling, United Kingdom

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: Brain Disord Ther

Abstract:

Delirium is a significant problem in older hospital admissions, with worse clinical outcomes, prolonged hospital stays and functional disability. This presentation will cover the clinical experience of managing these complex patients during their hospital stay. Looking at explaining an integrated theory of delirium, based on brain glutamate and ammonia management, the work aims to demonstrate the biochemical aspects of the condition. Anecdotal experience of reversing delirium using this biochemical framework and use of simple medication in hospital has been very successful with up to 70% of patients demonstrating clinical improvement. This theory has the potential to revolutionize our care of older patients and give insight into the links between delirium and dementia.

Biography :

Philip Anthony McMillan pursued his MBBS Degree from Royal College of Physicians, UK (1994). He is a Consultant Geriatrician at the National Health Service with an interest in dementia and stroke. He has over 23 years of clinical experience with a broad range of skills in medicine and business. He has collaborated (for his further publications) on the theory of dementia and the potential of reversal with a Professor in USA.

E-mail: philip.mcmillan@nhs.net