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Predictors of severe alcohol withdrawal (withdrawal seizure or Delirium Tremens)
| 1. | Older age |
| 2. | Past history of DT or alcohol withdrawal seizure |
| 3. | Severe withdrawal symptoms at initial assessment |
| 4. | Co-morbid medical or surgical illness |
| 5. | Presence of dehydration |
| 6. | Electrolyte disturbances (hyponatremia or hypokalemia) |
| 7. | Deranged liver enzymes |
| 8. | The presence of structural brain lesions |
