Search results for "Cognitive function"
Discontinuing antihypertensive drugs did not appear to improve function in older patients with cognitive deficits over the short term
At 16 weeks, a greater increase in systolic and diastolic blood pressure was noted in the discontinuation group versus the continuation group, but no significant differences were seen between groups in change in overall cognition compound score.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2015/09/01/1.htm
1 Sep 2015
Intensive BP and cholesterol treatment didn't affect cognitive decline after 40 months
In patients with type 2 diabetes, intensive control of blood pressure and cholesterol did not protect against cognitive decline, a recent study found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2014/02/11/4.htm
11 Feb 2014
Consensus statement offers strategies for preventing hypoglycemia
Consequences of hypoglycemia and strategies to prevent this condition in patients with diabetes were discussed in a recent consensus statement from the American Diabetes Association (ADA) and The Endocrine Society.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/04/23/4.htm
23 Apr 2013
Afib associated with cognitive impairment, dementia regardless of stroke history
Atrial fibrillation (AF) was associated with a higher risk for cognitive impairment and dementia, with or without a history of clinical stroke, a meta-analysis found.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/03/05/2.htm
5 Mar 2013
Available evidence does not support adverse effects of statins on cognition
The available published evidence does not seem to support a link between statins and cognitive impairment, despite an FDA warning to that effect, according to a new systematic review.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/11/19/2.htm
19 Nov 2013
MKSAP Quiz: gradual memory loss
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https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/19/3.htm
19 Oct 2010
MKSAP Quiz: nursing home evaluation for incontinence
A 78-year-old woman living in a nursing home is evaluated for incontinence. Over the past year, she has had progressive decline in her cognitive status and now spends most of the day in bed. She requires coaxing to join the other residents in their communal meals and requires assistance for eating and bathing. Medical history is significant for dementia and depression treated with citalopram. What is the most appropriate management of this patient?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2013/05/14/3.htm
14 May 2013
Donepezil offers benefits in moderate or severe Alzheimer's; adding memantine doesn't
Donepezil offers cognitive and functional benefits in patients with moderate or severe Alzheimer's disease, while adding memantine does not, a study concluded.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2012/03/13/1.htm
13 Mar 2012