Benzodiazepine Initiation and the Risk of Falls or Fall-Related Injuries in Older Adults Following Acute Ischemic Stroke.

Shuo Sun Victor Lomachinsky Louisa H Smith Joseph P NewhouseM Brandon WestoverDeborah Blacker Lee S Schwamm Sebastien J-P A Haneuse Lidia M V R Moura

Published in: medRxiv : the preprint server for health sciences (2024)

Initiating inpatient benzodiazepines within three days of AIS is associated with an elevated 10-day risk of falls or fall-related injuries, particularly for patients aged 65 to 74 years and for those with minor strokes. This underscores the need for caution with benzodiazepines, especially among individuals likely to be ambulatory during the acute and sub-acute post-stroke period.

Keyphrases

acute ischemic stroke
liver failure
end stage renal disease
respiratory failure
drug induced
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
blood pressure
aortic dissection
mental health
physical activity
palliative care
peritoneal dialysis
community dwelling
mechanical ventilation