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| name = Vascular dementia | |||
| image = [[File:BrainAtrophy(exvacuo).png|alt=CT scan of a brain with atrophy]] | |||
| caption = CT scan of a brain with atrophy | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Cognitive impairment]], [[memory loss]], [[confusion]], [[difficulty concentrating]], [[mood changes]] | |||
| onset = Typically after age 65 | |||
| duration = Long-term | |||
| causes = [[Cerebrovascular disease]], [[stroke]], [[small vessel disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Hypertension]], [[diabetes]], [[smoking]], [[high cholesterol]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Neuroimaging]], [[cognitive testing]] | |||
| differential = [[Alzheimer's disease]], [[Lewy body dementia]], [[frontotemporal dementia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Blood pressure control]], [[cholesterol management]], [[antiplatelet therapy]], [[cognitive therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Progressive decline | |||
| frequency = Second most common form of dementia | |||
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{{Short description|Type of dementia caused by problems in blood supply to the brain}} | {{Short description|Type of dementia caused by problems in blood supply to the brain}} | ||
'''Vascular dementia''' is a common form of [[dementia]] caused by an impaired supply of blood to the brain. It is the second most common type of dementia after [[Alzheimer's disease]]. | '''Vascular dementia''' is a common form of [[dementia]] caused by an impaired supply of blood to the brain. It is the second most common type of dementia after [[Alzheimer's disease]]. | ||
[[File:Fcvm-08-803169-g0001.jpg|MRI showing white matter changes|left|thumb]] | |||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Vascular dementia is primarily caused by conditions that block or reduce blood flow to various regions of the brain, depriving them of oxygen and nutrients. Common causes include [[stroke]], [[small vessel disease]], and [[cerebral amyloid angiopathy]]. | Vascular dementia is primarily caused by conditions that block or reduce blood flow to various regions of the brain, depriving them of oxygen and nutrients. Common causes include [[stroke]], [[small vessel disease]], and [[cerebral amyloid angiopathy]]. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of vascular dementia can vary depending on the part of the brain affected and the severity of the damage. Common symptoms include: | The symptoms of vascular dementia can vary depending on the part of the brain affected and the severity of the damage. Common symptoms include: | ||
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* [[Confusion]] | * [[Confusion]] | ||
* Changes in mood or behavior | * Changes in mood or behavior | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of vascular dementia involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and imaging tests such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] to identify changes in the brain's structure. | Diagnosis of vascular dementia involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and imaging tests such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] to identify changes in the brain's structure. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
While there is no cure for vascular dementia, treatment focuses on managing the underlying conditions and symptoms. This may include: | While there is no cure for vascular dementia, treatment focuses on managing the underlying conditions and symptoms. This may include: | ||
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* [[Lifestyle changes]] such as a healthy diet and regular exercise | * [[Lifestyle changes]] such as a healthy diet and regular exercise | ||
* [[Cognitive therapy]] | * [[Cognitive therapy]] | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventive measures for vascular dementia include maintaining a healthy lifestyle, controlling [[cardiovascular risk factors]], and regular medical check-ups. | Preventive measures for vascular dementia include maintaining a healthy lifestyle, controlling [[cardiovascular risk factors]], and regular medical check-ups. | ||
==Prognosis== | ==Prognosis== | ||
The progression of vascular dementia can vary widely among individuals. Some may experience a gradual decline, while others may have a more sudden onset of symptoms following a stroke or other vascular event. | The progression of vascular dementia can vary widely among individuals. Some may experience a gradual decline, while others may have a more sudden onset of symptoms following a stroke or other vascular event. | ||
==See also== | |||
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* [[Dementia]] | * [[Dementia]] | ||
* [[Alzheimer's disease]] | * [[Alzheimer's disease]] | ||
* [[Stroke]] | * [[Stroke]] | ||
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{{Mental and behavioural disorders|selected = neurological}} | |||
{{CNS diseases of the nervous system}} | |||
[[Category:Cognitive disorders]] | |||
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[[Category:Dementia]] | [[Category:Dementia]] | ||
[[Category:Learning disabilities]] | |||
[[Category:Mental disorders due to brain damage]] | |||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Cognitive impairment, memory loss, confusion, difficulty concentrating, mood changes |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Typically after age 65 |
| Duration | Long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Cerebrovascular disease, stroke, small vessel disease |
| Risks | Hypertension, diabetes, smoking, high cholesterol |
| Diagnosis | Neuroimaging, cognitive testing |
| Differential diagnosis | Alzheimer's disease, Lewy body dementia, frontotemporal dementia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Blood pressure control, cholesterol management, antiplatelet therapy, cognitive therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Progressive decline |
| Frequency | Second most common form of dementia |
| Deaths | N/A |
Type of dementia caused by problems in blood supply to the brain
Vascular dementia is a common form of dementia caused by an impaired supply of blood to the brain. It is the second most common type of dementia after Alzheimer's disease.
Causes[edit]
Vascular dementia is primarily caused by conditions that block or reduce blood flow to various regions of the brain, depriving them of oxygen and nutrients. Common causes include stroke, small vessel disease, and cerebral amyloid angiopathy.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of vascular dementia can vary depending on the part of the brain affected and the severity of the damage. Common symptoms include:
- Memory loss
- Difficulty with problem-solving
- Slowed thinking
- Confusion
- Changes in mood or behavior
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of vascular dementia involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and imaging tests such as MRI or CT scan to identify changes in the brain's structure.
Treatment[edit]
While there is no cure for vascular dementia, treatment focuses on managing the underlying conditions and symptoms. This may include:
- Medications to control blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes
- Lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet and regular exercise
- Cognitive therapy
Prevention[edit]
Preventive measures for vascular dementia include maintaining a healthy lifestyle, controlling cardiovascular risk factors, and regular medical check-ups.
Prognosis[edit]
The progression of vascular dementia can vary widely among individuals. Some may experience a gradual decline, while others may have a more sudden onset of symptoms following a stroke or other vascular event.
See also[edit]
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