BACKGROUND This study aimed to assess the evolution of cognitive function after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). Previous smaller studies reported conflicting results on the evolution of cognitive function after TAVI. METHODS AND RESULTS In this prospective cohort, cognitive function was measured in 229 patients ≥70 years using the Mini Mental State Examination before and 6 mon...

The paper by Wahlund et al in this issue (pp 630–635) tries to shed light on the usefulness of biological markers in the routine diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease. Tissue loss in the medial temporal lobe regions as detected by MRI is one of the most feasible and accurate markers developed to date and investigating its usefulness in a clinical setting is potentially relevant. The paper has two ma...

The purpose of this study was to examine the effect elderly exercise intervention on Memory (MMSE) in Bogor Regency, West Java. Method by conducting interviews and observations with MMSE before intervention. next step is provide care improve MMSE. results difference average scores were compared see how far interventions memory function. minimum number samples determined test formula mean after ...