Agitation in long-term care patients with Korsakoff’s syndrome and Alcohol-related Dementia

Patients with Korsakoff’s syndrome and alcohol-related dementia frequently display agitated behavior, which negatively affects care quality and increases caregiver burden. This study aimed to systematically assess the types and frequency of agitation, identify associated factors, and compare both patient groups.
A cross-sectional study was conducted in a specialist long-term care facility. Fifty-eight patients were included: 30 with Korsakoff’s syndrome and 28 with alcohol-related dementia. Agitation was assessed using the Cohen-Mansfield Agitation Inventory (CMAI). Potential associated factors included gender, psychotropic medication use, and duration of admission.