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LBD in the News

Below are links to LBD-related news articles. We also offer a substantial list of research abstracts and continuing medical education (CME) resources.

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Combo of Biomarkers Often Distinguishes LBD from Alzheimer’s

09/15/2010 - Differential diagnosis is possible by comparing amyloid-beta42 and alpha-synuclein protein levels in cerebrospinal fluid.

Study shows memantine benefits some with LBD

09/06/2010 - A recent study provides more evidence that patients with dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB) may benefit from memantine.

Seattle research group turns up the focus on cognition in Parkinson’s

09/06/2010 - Patients with Parkinson's disease are known to exhibit slowed movements and tremors, but one aspect of their condition is often overlooked: cognitive impairment. But a research center in Seattle is making understanding cognitive decline in Parkinson’s their priority.

Sleep disorder may precede Lewy body disorders by up to 50 years

09/06/2010 - Researchers say the interval between the onset of REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) and the development of Lewy body disorders is longer than previously thought.

Comfort Feeding for People with Advanced Dementia

08/10/2010 - Should food be more about providing comfort or nutrition at the end of life?

Apathy and Depression predict MCI Progression

07/13/2010 - Research shows apathy and depression predict the conversion of mild cognitive impairment to dementia.

Driving risk assessment guidelines for dementia available

05/06/2010 - New guidelines from the American Academy of Neurology help to determine when people with dementia should stop driving.

REM sleep behavior disorder linked to violent behavior

04/28/2010 - People with REM sleep behavior disorder can become violent while they are asleep.

Evidence grows for Parkinson’s disease-melanoma link

03/23/2010 - New study finds higher rate of melanoma among patients with Parkinson’s disease.

LBD caregiver driven to care

03/15/2010 - When the stress of driving to a Lewy body dementia support group becomes too much, a caregiver starts one closer to home.