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Dementia is a collective term for cognitive disorders primarily affecting memory, thinking, and reasoning. It is not a specific disease but a syndrome, with Alzheimer's disease being the most common cause, accounting for approximately 60-80% of cases. Other types include vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Dementia affects millions worldwide, particularly older adults, though it is not a normal part of aging.
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Electroencephalography (EEG) can help diagnose dementia, especially rare conditions like SSPE and CJD. Quantitative EEG shows promise as an additional diagnostic tool for various dementing illnesses.

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  • Neurophysiology

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  • Dementia is a global health issue with diverse causes, including neurodegenerative diseases and infections.
  • Distinguishing between dementia types can be challenging due to overlapping symptoms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the role of electroencephalography (EEG) in diagnosing various dementing illnesses.
  • To explore the utility of quantitative EEG as a diagnostic aid.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature search of PubMed and Cochrane Database (1946-2016).
  • Keywords included "EEG," "electroencephalography," "dementia," and "status epilepticus."
  • Qualitative and quantitative EEG findings in dementia were summarized.

Main Results:

  • Specific EEG patterns are characteristic of certain dementias, such as subacute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD).
  • Quantitative EEG analysis is emerging as a valuable tool to complement traditional diagnostic methods.

Conclusions:

  • EEG is a valuable neurophysiological tool for diagnosing specific dementia syndromes.
  • Quantitative EEG offers potential for improved diagnostic accuracy in dementia evaluation.