The diagnosis of dementia Demansda tani

AYGÜN D., Cengiz N., Kilic F.

Ondokuz Mayis Universitesi Tip Dergisi, vol.16, no.2, pp.160-166, 1999 (Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Review
  • Volume: 16 Issue: 2
  • Publication Date: 1999
  • Journal Name: Ondokuz Mayis Universitesi Tip Dergisi
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.160-166
  • Keywords: Dementia, Diagnosis
  • Ondokuz Mayıs University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Dementia is charecterized by progressive intellectual deterioration. Differential diagnosis of dementia is important. Metabolic and structural causes must be examined. In the diagnosis of dementia a detailed history and clinical examination are needed. Then laboratory tests must be performed. In this study the diagnosis of dementia is discussed with the previous literature.