The cognitive disorder is not always dementia
Authors:
B. Jurašková; J. Zajíc; D. Hrnčiariková
Published in:
Geriatrie a Gerontologie 2017, 6, č. 2: 91-93
Category:
Case Reports
Overview
In recent years, we have seen a growing number of dementia patients. Testing for a cognitive disorder in terms of reduction in cognitive function that accompanies this illness is not always evidence that the issue at play is dementia. The deterioration of cognition may be a symptom of many other illnesses. The cognitive disorder may not be irreversible. Proper diagnosis can not only reduce the number of patients with so-called dementia, but also improve the lives of our seniors.
KEYWORDS:
dementia – cognitive impairment – general deterioration – dehydration
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