Menopause and Cognitive Function
Author Information
Author(s): DURAKLI ULUKÖK Meltem, ATLIHAN Ufuk, YAVUZ Onur
Primary Institution: Dokuz Eylul University
Hypothesis
What is the relationship between the timing of menopause and cognitive performance in menopausal women?
Conclusion
Women who experience menopause at age 50 or older tend to have better cognitive performance compared to those who undergo menopause earlier.
Supporting Evidence
- The ACE-R scores were significantly higher in women aged 50 and older compared to younger groups.
- A negative relationship was found between BMI and memory scores.
- A positive relationship was found between HDL levels and cognitive scores.
Takeaway
This study found that older menopausal women are better at thinking and remembering things than younger menopausal women.
Methodology
The study analyzed data from 96 women who underwent neuropsychological evaluations and compared cognitive performance based on the age at which they experienced menopause.
Limitations
The study was retrospective and had a limited number of patients in each group.
Participant Demographics
The mean age of participants was 44.3 years, with 77% having natural menopause and 23% having surgical menopause.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Confidence Interval
95%
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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