Prevalence and Incidence of Statin Use and 3-Year Adherence and Discontinuation Rates Among Older Adults With Dementia.

Richard Ofori-AsensoJenni IlomakiMark TaceyAndrea J CurtisElla ZomerJ Simon BellSophia ZoungasRichard Ofori-Asenso

Published in: American journal of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias (2018)

Despite increased use of statins among older Australians with dementia, adherence is low and discontinuation is high, which may point to intentional cessation.

Keyphrases

mild cognitive impairment
risk factors
cognitive impairment
cardiovascular disease
coronary artery disease
glycemic control
type diabetes
metabolic syndrome
adipose tissue
skeletal muscle
insulin resistance
weight loss