Advancements in dementia research, diagnostics, and care in Latin America: Highlights from the 2023 Alzheimer's Association International conference satellite symposium in Mexico City.
Alzheimers Dement
; 20(7): 5009-5026, 2024 07.
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ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION:
While Latin America (LatAm) is facing an increasing burden of dementia due to the rapid aging of the population, it remains underrepresented in dementia research, diagnostics, and care.METHODS:
In 2023, the Alzheimer's Association hosted its eighth satellite symposium in Mexico, highlighting emerging dementia research, priorities, and challenges within LatAm.RESULTS:
Significant initiatives in the region, including intracountry support, showcased their efforts in fostering national and international collaborations; genetic studies unveiled the unique genetic admixture in LatAm; researchers conducting emerging clinical trials discussed ongoing culturally specific interventions; and the urgent need to harmonize practices and studies, improve diagnosis and care, and use affordable biomarkers in the region was highlighted.DISCUSSION:
The myriad of topics discussed at the 2023 AAIC satellite symposium highlighted the growing research efforts in LatAm, providing valuable insights into dementia biology, genetics, epidemiology, treatment, and care.Palavras-chave
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Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Demência
Limite:
Humans
País/Região como assunto:
Mexico
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Alzheimers Dement
Ano de publicação:
2024
Tipo de documento:
Article