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Definition: A brain syndrome caused by more than one disease process. The most common mixed dementia is a combination of vascular dementia, where blood flow to the brain is compromised by a stroke or other circulatory condition, and Alzheimer's disease. While it's often assumed that a person's dementia has a singular cause, diagnosis is much more complex due to the high incidence of multiple medical conditions among older adults. Also Known As: Dementia due to multiple etiologies Updated: April 23, 2008 Suggested ReadingWhat is Alzheimer's?Causes of Alzheimer'sDiagnosis of Alzheimer's |
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