title: [Epidemiology of dementias: methodologic considerations].
abstract: In this article epidemiological studies of dementia states are review to document the current approaches. Objectives, instruments, risk factors and sampling definition are valuable aspects which have been reviewed. A two-phase study and a standardised interview and examination schedule CAMDEX (The Cambridge Examination for Mental Disorders of the Elderly) are suggested by the authors as promising strategies for the future research.
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Llinas Regla
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Vilalta Franch
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: López Pousa
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Dávalos Errando
mesh_terms: D003704:Dementia / Q000453:epidemiology*; D004812:Epidemiologic Methods; D006801:Humans; D007406:Interview, Psychological; D011569:Psychiatric Status Rating Scales; D012107:Research Design; D012307:Risk Factors
vernacular_title: Epidemiología de las demencias: consideraciones metodológicas.