Dementia Diagnosis
Diagnosing dementia, including Alzheimer's disease, involves a comprehensive evaluation of cognitive function, medical history, and physical exams. Key diagnostic tools include cognitive tests to assess memory, problem-solving, and language skills. Brain imaging such as MRI or CT scans helps detect structural changes or brain abnormalities. Laboratory tests rule out other conditions that may mimic dementia symptoms, like vitamin deficiencies or thyroid issues. A thorough assessment considers behavioral changes, daily functioning, and impacts on relationships. Early diagnosis allows for better management strategies and care planning, crucial for improving quality of life and supporting caregivers and families.
Committee Members
Jacqueline Tuppen
Cogs Club, United Kingdom
Yong Xiao Wang
Albany Medical College, United States
Kaoru Sakatani
The University of Tokyo, Japan Dementia 2023 Speakers
Suren A Tatulian
University of Central Florida, United States
Constantina Mizis
The Latino Alzheimer’s and Memory Disorders Alliance, United States
Paul Y Song
NKGen Biotech, United States
Marco Ruggiero
Silver Spring Sagl, Switzerland
Title : Cerebral vascular calcium signaling in diabetic alzheimer's disease-related dementias
Yong Xiao Wang, Albany Medical College, United States
Title : Deep learning-based risk assessment of cognitive impairment using health examination data
Kaoru Sakatani, The University of Tokyo, Japan
Title : Evaluation of the neuroprotective potential of indicaxanthin from opuntia ficus indica fruit against dysmetabolism-related neurodegeneration both in vivo and in vitro
Mario Allegra, University of Palermo, Italy
Title : Cogs Club: Making a difference
Jacqueline Tuppen, Cogs Club, United Kingdom
Title : Development of imaging based biomarkers for neurovascular abnormalities in neurodegenerative diseases
Jun Hua, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, United States
Title : Psychosocial considerations in management of corticobasal degeneration
Esraa Askar, Forest Hills Hospital, United States