Rapid appraisal of barriers to the diagnosis and management of patients with dementia in primary care: a systematic review
Open Access
- 1 July 2010
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Springer Nature in BMC Family Practice
- Vol. 11 (1) , 52
Abstract
The diagnosis of dementia in primary care is perceived as a problem across countries and systems, resulting in delayed recognition and adverse outcomes for patients and their carers. Improving its early detection is an area identified for development in the English National Dementia Strategy 2009; there are thought to be multiple benefits to the patient, family, and resources by doing this. The aim of this review was to carry out a rapid appraisal in order to inform the implementation of this policy.Keywords
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