Identifying Gaps and Barriers in Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia Research and Management in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Survey of Health Professionals and Researchers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The significant increase in Alzheimer's disease and related dementia prevalence is a global health crisis, acutely impacting low- and lower-middle and upper-middle-income countries (LLMICs/UMICs).

Objective

The objective of this study is to identify key barriers and gaps in dementia care and research in LLMICs and UMICs.

Methods

We conducted an international, cross-sectional survey among clinicians and healthcare professionals (n = 249 in 34 countries) across LLMICs and UMICs, exploring patient demographics, use of clinical diagnosis, dementia evaluation, screening/evaluation tools, and care and treatment.

Results

Significant disparities were found in diagnostic practices, access to assessments, and access to care. On average, clinicians in LLMICs sa

SUBMITTER: Babulal GM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11934044 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature