Treatment and management of dementia due to Alzheimer’s disease

Abstract

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurological disorder typically associated with episodic memory loss as the initial symptom, but individuals ˂65 years old may present with executive dysfunction, word finding difficulties, or visual processing deficits. In those with AD, curative treatments are not available, but there are interventions which may modify disease course, symptom appearance and severity, enhance quality of life for patient and caregivers, and maintain safety. Both pharmacological and nonpharmacological interventions are important.