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Alzheimer’s – An update on diagnosis and management: Part 1

Expert/s: Dr Roger Clarnette

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At this point in time, we do not have effective disease-modifying agents for Alzheimer’s disease
Referral for accurate and early diagnosis is essential rather than waiting for a clinical diagnosis with more advanced disease
Management of behaviour issues should be non-pharmacological if possible
If absolutely necessary, low dose risperidone may help but monitor; try to wean off the agent when possible
Future diagnosis of AD will be based on biomarker identification such as amyloid or Tau PET and CSF analysis

Host: Dr David Lim, GP and Medical Educator

Total time: 24 mins

Guest: Dr Roger Clarnette, Geriatrician

Last Updated: 22 Oct, 2021

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Alzheimer’s – An update on diagnosis and management: Part 1

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Last Updated: 22 Oct, 2021

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