Screening for Cognitive Impairment in Asymptomatic Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Clinical Utility and Guidelines


( Last Updated : October 13, 2020)
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Completed
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Project Number:
RA1143-000

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Question


  1. What is the clinical utility of screening for cognitive impairment in asymptomatic community-dwelling older adults?

  2. What are the evidence-based guidelines regarding the use of screening for cognitive impairment in asymptomatic community-dwelling older adults?


Key Message

One systematic review with meta-analysis and one randomized controlled trial were identified regarding the clinical utility of screening for cognitive impairment in asymptomatic community-dwelling older adults. Six evidence-based guidelines were identified regarding the use of screening for cognitive impairments in asymptomatic community-dwelling older adults.