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Review
. 1986 May;4(2):329-40.

Differential diagnosis of dementing illnesses

R Katzman
  • PMID: 2940452
Review

Differential diagnosis of dementing illnesses

R Katzman. Neurol Clin. 1986 May.

Abstract

Dementia is a symptom complex that may occur in over 60 disorders. The importance of the mental status test in the diagnosis of dementia is emphasized. A systemic approach to the differential diagnosis of the disorders that produce dementia is described.

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