Predictors of maintaining cognitive function in older adults

Kristine Yaffe; Alexandra Fiocco; Karla Lindquist; Eric Vittinghoff; Eleanor M. Simonsick; Anne B. Newman; Suzanne Satterfield; Caterina Rosano; Susan M. Rubin; Hilsa N. Ayonayon; Tamara B. Harris

doi:10.1212/wnl.0b013e3181a92c36

Abstract

Elders who maintain cognitive function have a unique profile that differentiates them from those with minor decline. Importantly, some of these factors are modifiable and thus may be implemented in prevention programs to promote successful cognitive aging. Further, factors associated with maintenance may differ from factors associated with major cognitive decline, which may impact prevention vs treatment strategies.

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CognitionDemographyConfidence intervalLogistic regressionOdds ratioMedicineCognitive declineProspective cohort studyGerontologyPsychologyInternal medicineDementiaPsychiatry

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Year: 2009
Type: article
Volume: 72
Issue: 23
Pages: 2029-2035
Citations: 393
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                                    Kristine Yaffe, 
                                
                                    Alexandra Fiocco, 
                                
                                    Karla Lindquist
                                
                                et al.
                            
                            (2009). 
                            Predictors of maintaining cognitive function in older adults. 
                            Neurology
                            , 72
                            (23)
                            , 2029-2035.
                            https://doi.org/10.1212/wnl.0b013e3181a92c36
                        

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DOI: 10.1212/wnl.0b013e3181a92c36