Apathy in Older Adults May Signal Risk for Developing Dementia
Apathy is associated with an increased risk for developing probable dementia for community-dwelling older adults.
Dementia
Social Activity Tied to Integrity of Brain Structure in Older Adults
For older adults, SE is associated with greater microstructural integrity of specific GM regions relevant to social cognition, which have roles in dementia.
Catheter Ablation for A-Fib Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk
Catheter ablation is associated with reduced dementia risk compared with medical management in patients with atrial fibrillation.
Pimavanserin Reduces Delusions and Relapse Risk in Dementia-Related Psychosis
Analysis of the HARMONY trial was conducted to evaluate the prevention of relapse in patients with dementia-related psychosis who have been treated with pimavanserin.
Meta-Analysis Links PTSD to Increased Dementia Risk
Risk up in veterans and general population, remains significant after exclusion of high-bias studies
Systolic Blood Pressure and Orthostatic Hypotension Are Linked to Dementia
Systolic orthostatic hypotension and variability in systolic blood pressure postural changes may be associated with increased dementia risk.
CNS-Active Meds Often Prescribed for Older Adults With Dementia
The researchers found that 73.5 percent of the 737,839 community-dwelling beneficiaries with dementia were prescribed any CNS-active medication.
Cerebrovascular Reactivity Predicts Cognitive Impairment Independent of AD
MRI-based cerebrovascular reactivity is associated with cognitive function independent of Alzheimer disease pathology.
Dual Sensory Impairment Ups Dementia Risk
Older adults with both hearing and visual impairments – dual sensory impairment – are at a significantly increased risk for dementia.
Poor Dental Health May Increase Risk for Incident Dementia, MCI
Individuals with severe periodontal disease or edentulism have an increased risk for incident dementia.
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