| Literature DB >> 11072263 |
Abstract
Neuropsychiatric symptoms are common in Alzheimer's disease. Personality changes, mood disturbance, and psychosis are frequently seen and may coexist in the same patient. Neuropsychiatric symptoms may signal the onset of disease and often fluctuate and recur. These symptoms are associated with a more rapid cognitive and functional decline that can lead to institutionalization. Cholinergic therapy, disease-modifying therapy, and psychotropic medications can improve these symptoms.Entities:
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Year: 2000 PMID: 11072263 DOI: 10.1016/s0733-8619(05)70228-0
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Neurol Clin ISSN: 0733-8619 Impact factor: 3.806