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Screening adults with Down's syndrome for early signs of dementia
Author(s)Judith McBrien
Journal titleJournal of Integrated Care, vol 17, issue 3, 2009
PublisherPavilion, 2009
Pagespp 3-7
Sourcehttp://www.pavilionjournals.com
KeywordsCognitive impairment ; Dementia ; Screening.
AnnotationThere is a heightened risk of Alzheimer's type dementia in people with Down's syndrome (DS) from age 40. This article outlines the case for learning disability teams to provide routine screening of adults with Down's syndrome for early signs of dementia. It is illustrated by reference to practice in one such service (Plymouth), where clinical and research developments have gone hand in hand, with tangible benefits to clients, carers and the multi-disciplinary team. Although specifically designed to meet the challenge of the increasing number of people with Down's syndrome who develop dementia, it is applicable to the care of all people with learning disabilities. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-090908205 A
ClassmarkE4: EA: 3V

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