Cognitive impairment in Parkinson’s disease: a report from a multidisciplinary symposium on unmet needs and future directions to maintain cognitive health

摘要: People with Parkinson's disease (PD) and their care partners frequently report cognitive decline as one of greatest concerns. Mild impairment affects approximately 20-50% people PD, longitudinal studies reveal dementia in up to 80% PD. Through the Disease Foundation Community Choice Research Award Program, PD community identified maintaining function major unmet needs. In response, a working group experts across multiple disciplines was organized evaluate needs, current challenges, future opportunities related Specific conference goals included defining state field gaps regarding issues from patient, partner, healthcare professional viewpoints; discussing non-pharmacological interventions help maintain function; forming recommendations for what can do at all stages health; proposing ideas how professionals approach changes This paper summarizes discussions conference, first by addressing is currently known about dysfunction several that are often suggested Second, based on discussions, we provide considerations health when experiencing impairment. Furthermore, highlight key knowledge need be addressed order advance research cognition improve clinical care.