Results for tag: "Vascular Dementia"

Vascular Dementia is a type of dementia caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, resulting in impaired cognitive function. It is the second most common form of dementia after Alzheimer's Disease, and is estimated to affect up to 20% of people with dementia. Symptoms of Vascular Dementia include memory loss, difficulty with problem solving, difficulty with language, and difficulty with planning and organizing. Treatment for Vascular Dementia typically involves lifestyle changes, such as exercise and diet, as well as medications to reduce risk factors such as high blood pressure and cholesterol. There are a number of companies in the Vascular Dementia market, including pharmaceutical companies, medical device companies, and biotechnology companies. Examples of pharmaceutical companies include Pfizer, Novartis, and Merck. Examples of medical device companies include Medtronic and St. Jude Medical. Examples of biotechnology companies include Biogen and AbbVie. Show Less Read more