Cognitive Impairment in Older Adults in Mexico City
Author Information
Author(s): González-Carballo Carlos, Kuri-Morales Pablo, Chiquete Erwin, Rojas-Russell Mario, Santacruz-Benitez Rogelio, Ramirez-Reyes Raúl, Garcilazo-Ávila Adrián, Berumen Jaime, Trichia Eirini, Friedrichs Louisa Gnatiuc, Orellana Paulina, Ochoa-Rosales Carolina, O’Donovan Gary, Emberson Jonathan R, Tapia-Conyer Roberto, Aguilar-Ramirez Diego, Alegre-Díaz Jesus
Primary Institution: National Autonomous University of Mexico
Hypothesis
What is the prevalence of cognitive impairment among older adults in Mexico City?
Conclusion
Cognitive impairment is common among adults aged 50-89 years in Mexico City, especially in women and older age groups.
Supporting Evidence
- 24% of participants had cognitive impairment based on MMSE scores.
- The prevalence of cognitive impairment increased from 10% in those aged 50-59 to 55% in those aged 80-89.
- Women had a higher prevalence of cognitive impairment than men at every age group.
- Participants with cognitive impairment were older and had lower educational attainment.
Takeaway
This study found that many older people in Mexico City have trouble with thinking and memory, especially women and those who are older.
Methodology
Cross-sectional analysis of cognitive assessments from a resurvey of participants aged 50-89 years from the Mexico City Prospective Study.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to reliance on self-reported data and exclusion of those with no formal education.
Limitations
The study may underestimate cognitive impairment prevalence as it excluded participants with no formal education.
Participant Demographics
Participants were aged 50-89 years, with a mean age of 66 years; 31% were men.
Statistical Information
Confidence Interval
95% confidence intervals for mean MMSE scores were reported.
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