#59 Speak of the devil: Aphasia vs. delirium

BrainWaves: A Neurology Podcast

• Episode: #59 Speak of the devil: Aphasia vs. delirium
• Website: BrainWaves: A Neurology Podcast
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• Duration: 00:12:23
• Published: 2017-05-11 12:00

Distinguishing aphasia from delirium can be INCREDIBLY difficult in the hospital setting, and a missed diagnosis of aphasia can prove disastrous for patients. In this episode, I get a little help from Johnny Depp (yes, that Johnny Depp) in order to illustrate the major differences between these two disease states.

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