Dementia in Taiwan area

• 作者: Yuanhan Yang
• 来源期刊: 临床转化神经医学(英文版)
• 学科: 医学
• 关键词: ALZHEIMER ’ s disease ASCERTAINMENT of DEMENTIA 8(AD8) acetyl-cholinesterase INHIBITOR DEMENTIA
• 年，卷（期）: 2016,（1）
• 页码范围: 38-45
• 页数: 8页
• 分类号: R749.16

摘要

Objective:Taiwan has an increasing aging population like other developed areas.The aging population will lead to an increased prevalence of dementia.Methods:This article will reflect the status of dementia in Taiwan,including updated epidemiology,diagnosis,subtypes,and optimal treatment of dementia.Results:The article also describes and interprets the Taiwan Dementia Policy to establish a clear,large view of the current state of management of dementia in Taiwan and future policy implementation.Conclusion:A comprehensive policy to dementia,from the basic researches to clinical care and treatment,is necessary to the increased aged population in Taiwan.