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Dementia

Neurodegenerative Disease

Overview

Dementia is a syndrome of progressive cognitive decline interfering with daily function.

Symptoms

  • Memory impairment
  • Aphasia
  • Apraxia
  • Executive dysfunction

Diagnosis

  • MMSE/MoCA
  • MRI
  • Blood tests
  • Neuropsych eval

Treatments

  • Cholinesterase inhibitors
  • Memantine
  • Behavioral therapy
  • Caregiver support

Risk Factors

⚠️Age
⚠️CVD
⚠️Diabetes
⚠️Low education

Key Facts

  • ℹ️55 million worldwide
  • ℹ️Alzheimer 60-70%

ICD-10: F03 | Prevalence: yaygın

Last updated: 11/9/2025