"Pseudo-syndromes" associated with Parkinson disease, dementia, apathy, anxiety, and depression
Purpose of review
Physicians treating patients with Parkinson disease must evaluate not only motor symptoms but also acquire expertise in assessing the complex behavioral features that often accompany the disease, such as dementia, apathy, anxiety, and depression.
Recent findings
There is a risk of diagnostic confusion and error because many of the behavioral and motor symptoms accentuate, overlap, or mimic each other.
Summary
Awareness of potential diagnostic pitfalls and "pseudo-syndromes" should lead to more accurate clinical assessment and better care for our patients.
Source: Neurology Clinical Practice - Category: Neurology Authors: Weiss, H. D., Pontone, G. M. Tags: Clinical neurology examination, Parkinson's disease/Parkinsonism, All Neuropsychology/Behavior, Parkinson's disease with dementia, Assessment of cognitive disorders/dementia Review Source Type: research