[Delirium tremens in Israel].
We discuss pathogenetic aspects (biochemical, pharmacological) of delirium tremens (DT) in accordance with the acute clinical processes, the development of psychosis, and preventive treatment used in the various stages. A typical patient, a 33-year-old man, and the difficulties in diagnosis and treatment are presented and conclusions from the dangerous behavior of the patient are drawn.
Ezrielev
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Mental Health Center, Beer Sheba.
D000328:Adult; D000430:Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D003617:Dangerous Behavior; D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007557:Israel; D008297:Male