(F01.1) Multi-infarct dementia

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1 690 400 in individuals diagnosis multi-infarct dementia confirmed
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586 031 deaths with diagnosis multi-infarct dementia
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35% mortality rate associated with the disease multi-infarct dementia

Diagnosis multi-infarct dementia is diagnosed Women are 15.18% more likely than Men

716 930

Men receive the diagnosis multi-infarct dementia

229 349 (32.0 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

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Women receive the diagnosis multi-infarct dementia

356 682 (36.6 %)

Died from this diagnosis.

Risk Group for the Disease multi-infarct dementia - Men and Women aged 80-84

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 15-19, 25-34, 40-95+
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-14, 20-24, 35-39Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-24, 30-34, 40-44
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 25-29, 35-39, 45-95+

Disease Features multi-infarct dementia

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Multi-infarct dementia - what does this mean

Multi-infarct dementia is a type of dementia caused by a series of small strokes, or infarcts, in the brain. these strokes damage the brain cells, leading to a decline in cognitive abilities and memory loss. symptoms can include confusion, difficulty with problem solving, and difficulty with language.

What happens during the disease - multi-infarct dementia

Multi-infarct dementia is a type of dementia caused by multiple small strokes in the brain that lead to the death of brain cells. these strokes, also known as cerebral infarcts, can be caused by a variety of factors, including decreased blood flow to the brain due to atherosclerosis, hypertension, or other cardiovascular diseases. the resulting damage to the brain causes a decline in cognitive abilities, including memory, language, and problem-solving.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

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Treatment and Medical Assistance

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105 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Multi-infarct dementia - Prevention

Multi-infarct dementia can be prevented by controlling risk factors such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes, as well as by maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, a balanced diet, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption.