The validation of brief cognitive assessment tools to evaluate suspected dementia in Chinese-speaking populations
The thesis was published by
Yu, Ruan-Ching,
in August 2023,
UCL (University College London).
Abstract:
Background Around 20% of individuals living with dementia are from Chinese-speaking populations. Brief cognitive assessments can assist in the diagnosis of dementia, but it is unclear which are best for Chinese-speaking populations. Additionally, there is a pressing need to validate brief cognitive assessments in Taiwan. Aims I aimed, firstly, to critically examine evidence about brief ( 75% for sensitivity and specificity and