Michelle Robinson

Neurophysiologist, South Africa

Presentation Title:

Aids dementia complex- One of the most common causes of dementia in the 21st century

Abstract

Aids dementia complex (ADC) was first identified early in the Aids epidemic as a common and novel Central Nervous System (CNS) syndrome. Its pediatric counterpart is called progressive encephalopathy. It has a poor prognosis, high morbidity rate and a persistent decline in cognitive alertness. This disease does not only impair intellect but alters motor performance and sometimes behavior. This involvement of the nervous system beyond cognition is evidence of a wider involvement of the CNS than occurring in other types of dementia. There is a five step ADC Staging System applied once diagnosis is made (1,7).

As described and found by Nakku J (2). HIV/AIDS infection is common in sub-Saharan Africa and associated with neurocognitive impairment. They found the prevalence of probable HIV dementia in adults who were HIV positive to be 64.4% It is of importance to use all tools available and research for the linkage between ADC and patient outcome.

The staging system serves as an assistive tool in the diagnosis of ADC. However, diagnosis of ADC is based on the fulfilment of specific necessary criteria, and these criteria were expanded on. In addition, the case study was compared and contrasted with relevant literature, and important features of the study was summarized.

Awareness of HIV and ADC is required for early diagnosis and prompt treatment. The purpose of this study was to increase awareness of the disease among Clinical Neurophysiologists in particular.

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3rd International Conference on Neuroscience and Mental Health

Michelle Robinson

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Aids dementia complex- One of the most common causes of dementia in the 21st century

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