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The Vascular Impairment of Cognition Classification Consensus Study
Olivia A Skrobot1, John O'Brien2, Sandra Black3
1Dementia Research Group, Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Clinical Sciences, University of Bristol, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK.
Alzheimer'S & Dementia : the Journal of the Alzheimer'S Association
|December 14, 2016
Summary
The Vascular Impairment of Cognition Classification Consensus Study (VICCCS) established new guidelines for diagnosing vascular cognitive impairment (VCI). This consensus aims to standardize VCI research and diagnosis globally.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Cognitive Science
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Existing diagnostic criteria for vascular cognitive impairment (VCI) lack universal acceptance, leading to inconsistencies in diagnosis, prevalence estimation, and research.
- Variability in clinical manifestations complicates accurate VCI diagnosis, hindering progress in understanding and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop universally accepted, standardized guidelines for the classification and diagnosis of VCI.
- To address the limitations of current diagnostic criteria and facilitate consistent research and clinical practice.
Main Methods:
- The Vascular Impairment of Cognition Classification Consensus Study (VICCCS) utilized an online Delphi consensus methodology.
- International participants, predominantly academic researchers (81%) from 27 countries, reviewed existing concepts to formulate new guidelines.
Main Results:
- The VICCCS involved a mean of 122 respondents, achieving consensus with a 67% threshold.
- New guidelines redefine VCI, classifying mild and major forms with subtypes, and propose standardized terminology.
- Identified future research priorities to address current knowledge gaps in VCI.
Conclusions:
- The VICCCS has proposed a consensus-based, updated conceptualization of VCI.
- The new framework is intended to promote standardization in VCI research and clinical application.
