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[Reversible dementias and treatable dementias]
H Sentíes-Madrid1, B Estañol-Vidal
1Departamento de Neurología y Psiquiatría, Laboratorio de Neurofisiología Clínica, Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y de la Nutrición Salvador Zubiran, Tlalpan, México. sentiesh@yahoo.com
Revista De Neurologia
|July 14, 2006
Summary
Identifying reversible causes of dementia is crucial for treatment. Prompt diagnosis and intervention can lead to partial recovery or prevent further cognitive decline in dementia patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Geriatrics
- Internal Medicine
Context:
- Dementia diagnosis and management.
- Importance of identifying treatable causes.
- Potential for partial recovery and slowing progression.
Purpose:
- To outline diagnostic strategies for reversible dementias.
- To highlight key investigations for identifying underlying causes.
- To emphasize the role of early intervention.
Summary:
- Approximately 15% of dementia cases are potentially reversible.
- Routine investigations include blood counts, metabolic panels, and syphilis serology.
- Specialized tests and neuroimaging (CT, MRI) are guided by clinical presentation.
Impact:
- Facilitates timely and appropriate treatment for reversible dementias.
- Improves patient outcomes through targeted interventions.
- Reduces the burden of dementia by addressing treatable etiologies.