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Multi-infarct Dementia
Multi-infarct dementia (MID) is a form of dementia caused by a series of small
Dementia is a loss of brain function that occurs with certain diseases. It affects memory, thinking, language, judgment, and behavior.
Alternative Names
MID; Dementia - vascular; Dementia - poststroke
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Multi-infarct dementia (MID) is the second most common cause of dementia (after
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Multi-infarct Dementia Information
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
MID; Dementia - vascular; Dementia - poststrokeSymptomsSymptoms may develop gradually or may progress after each small stroke.The symptoms of the... Read more »
Multi-infarct dementia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
MID; Dementia - vascular; Dementia - poststrokePreventionControl conditions that increase the risk of hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis)... Read more »
Multi-infarct dementia
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
MID; Dementia - vascular; Dementia - poststrokeTreatmentThere is no treatment to turn back damage to the brain caused by small strokes.An important... Read more »
Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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Splenic infarction
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Splenic infarction is death of tissue ( necrosis) in the spleen due to a blockage in blood flow.Causes, incidence, and risk factorsCommon causes of... Read more »
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