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What do we mean by Alzheimer's disease?
Author(s)Marcus Richards, Carol Brayne
Journal titleBritish Medical Journal, vol 341, no 7778, 23 October 2010
Pagespp 865-867
Sourcewww.bmj.com BMJ2010;341;c4670
KeywordsDementia ; Diagnosis.
AnnotationIn its most common late onset form occurring after age 65, Alzheimer's disease (AD) is unlikely to refer to a discrete neuropatholgical entity. This article considers how professional attitudes have evolved since the 19th century; the challenges and implications for practitioners in identifying and diagnosing the condition; and the implications for prevention and quality of life. (RH).
Accession NumberCPA-101104205 A
ClassmarkEA: LK7 *

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