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Pascal Saidlitz1, Sandrine Sourdet1, Thierry Voisin2
1Alzheimer's Disease Center, Gerontopole, Purpan University Hospital, Toulouse, France.
Background:
In France, the Alzheimer Plan 2008-2012 has enabled the development of units specialized in managing the behavioural and psychological disorders found in cognitive pathologies, with an emphasis on both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. The aim of this study was to analyze the evolution of behavioural symptoms, autonomy, and psychotropic drug prescriptions at a cognitive and behavioural unit in Toulouse, France.
Methods:
Prospective study, with systematic analyze of data for patients hospitalized in a cognitive and behavioral unit.
Results:
This 2-year study included 199 patients. Behavioural symptoms were significantly improved during the follow-up period and remained so after discharge. Autonomy, especially in walking, was not altered. The prescription of psychotropic drugs, such as neuroleptics, was significantly lower at discharge.
Conclusion:
This study showed the effectiveness of overall care, with an emphasis on pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments, in managing disruptive behavioural symptoms in a specialized unit.
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