Vascular Dementia Diagnosis
How will your doctor diagnose you with this condition? Learn about the tests, exams, processes, and other information relating to the diagnosis of Vascular Dementia below.
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How to Diagnose Vascular Dementia
The symptoms of vascular dementia can resemble other causes of dementia, such as Alzheimer's Disease.
Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and medical history. A physical exam will also be done. Tests may include:
- MRI scan -a test that uses magnetic waves to make pictures of your brain
- CT scan -a type of x-ray that uses a computer to take pictures of your brain
- Single photon-emission computed tomography (SPECT)
- Neuropsychological testing
- Ultrasound of the carotid arteries
- Echocardiogram -a test that uses high-frequency sound waves to exam the size, shape, and motion of the heart; to test for causes of strokes
- Electrocardiogram (ECG, EKG)-a test that records the heart's activity by measuring electrical currents through the heart muscle; to test for causes of strokes
- Blood work to test for problems with blood clotting
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)-a test for abnormalities in the patterns of brain waves
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