Key result
Vascular risk factors are linked to higher cognitive impairment rates, affecting memory in ~46% of adults.
Why the study?
The negative impact of vascular risk factors on cognition across all age groups was not fully characterized using brief neuropsychological evaluations.
Do vascular risk factors impact cognitive function in adults?
Cross-Sectional (n=1,365)
Do vascular risk factors impact cognitive function in adults?
Vascular risk factors, with the exception of dyslipidemia, are associated with cognitive impairment across all age groups, highlighting the importance of early cognitive screening.
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May warrant cognitive screening in adults with vascular risks; leaves open causality and need for prospective trials.
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Vicario et al. (2012) conducted a cross-sectional in Cognitive decline (n=1,365). Vascular risk factors (hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia) was evaluated on Cognitive decline (MMSE ≤24, dys-executive function, memory impairment). Vascular risk factors (except dyslipidemia) were associated with cognitive impairment in 1,365 adults, with 45.8% showing memory impairment and 34.6% showing dys-executive function.
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