Survey on diagnosis and treatment of cognitive impairment in Sichuan area in China.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Dementia imposes significant economic and emotional burdens, with cognitive impairment in China expected to rise. However, diagnosis and treatment remain inadequately standardized. This study surveyed cognitive impairment diagnosis and treatment in Sichuan, China.

Methods

A retrospective multicenter study analyzed inpatient records from 13 medical institutions over the past 5 years.

Results

Patients exhibited delayed medical care-seeking, primarily visiting tertiary hospitals, where diagnostic and treatment capabilities were superior. Alzheimer's disease (AD) was the most common diagnosis, with memory impairment as the predominant initial symptom. Both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments were insufficient.

Discussion

Findings undersc

SUBMITTER: Gu R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12034935 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature