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Mayo Clinic Talks

Assessing the Older Patient with New Cognitive Symptoms

Dec 19, 2023
Dr. Ericka E. Tung discusses assessing older patients with new cognitive symptoms. Topics include the challenges of diagnosing dementia, the importance of early detection, mental status exams, recommended laboratory tests, brain imaging studies, identifying specific types of dementia, ongoing support, managing early cognitive impairment, new treatment options, and the significance of biomarkers in managing dementia patients.
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Quick takeaways

  • Diagnosing dementia early is important even though effective treatment options are limited.
  • Listening to patients and considering collateral history are important in assessing cognitive symptoms.

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The Prevalence of Dementia is Increasing

The number of people with dementia is rising due to the increasing aging population. Diagnosis and care for cognitive impairments are crucial.

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