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On multivariate analysis with binary logistic regression, bladder catheterization (odds ratio [OR] = 13.85; confidence interval [CI] = 1.44-133.14), abnormal electrolytes (OR = 5.12; CI = 1.11-23.69), and hypoxia (OR = 75.52; CI = 4.64-1.134E3) were detected to be independently associated with delirium.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusion:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Acute modifiable rather than long-term factors were risk factors for delirium among the elderly. 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