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[Down's syndrome and dementia].

J L Parajuá-Pozo1, S Casis-Arguea

  • 1Sección de Neurología, Hospital Can Misses, España. med019304@nacom.es

Revista De Neurologia
|August 22, 2000
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Individuals with Down's syndrome (DS) over 40 often exhibit Alzheimer's disease (AD) brain changes, with dementia affecting one-third. Understanding this link advances research into both neurodegenerative conditions.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Neurology
  • Pathology

Context:

  • Down's syndrome (DS) is the most common autosomal disorder.
  • Improved medical care has increased survival rates for individuals with DS.
  • Neuropathological hallmarks of Alzheimer's disease (AD) are prevalent in older individuals with DS.

Purpose:

  • To review the relationship between Down's syndrome and Alzheimer's disease.
  • To discuss diagnostic challenges, risk factors, and chromosome 21 implications.
  • To evaluate emerging treatments, including cholinesterase inhibitors.

Summary:

  • Neuropathological findings similar to Alzheimer's disease (AD) are nearly universal in individuals with Down's syndrome (DS) over 40.
  • Dementia occurs in approximately one-third of adults with DS.

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  • Research into the DS-AD connection offers insights into both conditions.

    • Impact:

    • Elucidating the link between DS and AD can accelerate understanding of AD pathogenesis.
    • This review highlights the importance of chromosome 21 in neurodegeneration.
    • Investigating treatments for DS-associated dementia may yield broader therapeutic strategies for Alzheimer's disease.