Article
Mild cognitive impairment and its management in older people.
Clinical interventions in aging - 1 Jan 2015
Eshkoor Sima Ataollahi, Hamid Tengku Aizan, Mun Chan Yoke, Ng Chee Kyun
Abstract excerpt
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a common condition in the elderly. It is characterized by deterioration of memory, attention, and cognitive function that is beyond what is expected based on age and educational level. MCI does not interfere significantly with individuals' daily activities. It can act as a transitional level of evolving dementia with a range of conversion of 10%-15% per year. Thus, it is crucial...
Topics
- Aged
- Antioxidants
- Biomarkers
- Cholinesterase Inhibitors
- Cognition
- Cognitive Dysfunction
- Dementia
- Diet
- Disease Progression
- Exercise
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
