A 60 year man had undergone cardiac bypass surgery 2 days back. Now he started forgetting things and was not able to recall names and phone numbers of his relatives. What is the probable diagnosis :
Correct Answer: Cognitive dysfunction
Description: The tendency to forget and inability to remember events immediately after cardiac bypass surgery suggests a diagnosis of cognitive dysfunction. Cognitive dysfunction present with impaired memory & intellect. Major surgery like prolonged cardiopulmonary bypass is one of the most consistent risk factors for cognitive dysfunction.
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