That dementia diagnoses could actually be a treatable condition

New Study Reveals Misdiagnosed Cases and Highlights the Importance of FIB-4 Index Screening

Jul 25, 2024

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A recent study indicates that nearly 13% of dementia patients might actually have hepatic encephalopathy due to undiagnosed cirrhosis. The use of the Fibrosis-4 (FIB-4) index could lead to better diagnosis and treatment.

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