Comparison of the Incidence of Delirium Caused by Different Anesthetic Agents in Patients Undergoing Liver Transplantation

Comparison of the Incidence of Delirium Caused by Different Anesthetic Agents in Patients Undergoing Liver Transplantation

This study is a prospective observational study that analyzes the incidence of postoperative delirium in patients undergoing liver transplantation, based on the use of the inhalational anesthetic sevoflurane and the intravenous anesthetic propofol.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adults aged 19 years and older
• Patients undergoing liver transplantation who are scheduled to receive anesthesia with the inhaled anesthetic sevoflurane or the intravenous anesthetic propofol.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Individuals with hearing loss, cognitive impairment or obvious dementia, hepatic encephalopathy, or difficulty in communication.
• Diagnosed with neurological disorders (e.g., brain hemorrhage, stroke, dementia, Parkinson's disease, cognitive impairment, etc.).