Risk Factors for Dementia in Munguialde County, Spain
Author Information
Author(s): Fernández Martínez Manuel, Castro Flores Jessica, Pérez de las Heras Susana, Mandaluniz Lekumberri Aitziber, Gordejuela Menocal María, Zarranz Imirizaldu Juan José
Primary Institution: Department of Neurology, Hospital de Cruces, Baracaldo, Vizcaya, Spain
Hypothesis
What are the risk factors for dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and vascular dementia in elderly people in Munguialde County?
Conclusion
Greater age, female sex, stroke, and depression increase the risk of suffering dementia, Alzheimer's disease, and vascular dementia.
Supporting Evidence
- Stroke was the only risk factor for vascular dementia.
- Female sex and age were significant risk factors for both dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
- Depression was identified as an independent risk factor for dementia.
Takeaway
As people get older, women, those who have had a stroke, and people with depression are more likely to get dementia.
Methodology
A two-phase, door-to-door population-based study was conducted, evaluating cognitive status and recording demographic variables and risk factors.
Potential Biases
Information was based on self-reported clinical history, which may introduce bias.
Limitations
The study relied on clinical records and had a small number of patients with vascular dementia, which could bias results.
Participant Demographics
Participants were elderly individuals aged 65 and over from Munguialde County.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 1.14–2.45
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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