Mild cognitive impairment, dementia and risk of mortality in essential tremor: A longitudinal prospective study of elders

There is evidence that the risk of mortality is increased in patients with essential tremor (ET), however, there are few longitudinal, prospective data on the predictors of mortality in ET. There is also evidence that ET is associated with cognitive impairment; yet, it is unknown whether this is associated with elevated risk of mortality.

Source: Journal of the Neurological Sciences - July 1, 2021 Category: Neurology Authors: Nikki Delgado, Daniella Iglesias Hernandez, Keith Radler, Edward D. Huey, Stephanie Cosentino, Elan Louis Source Type: research