Vascular Dementia
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📋Overview
Vascular dementia is a type of dementia caused by reduced blood flow to the brain, leading to cognitive decline. It is a modern term replacing older labels such as multi-infarct dementia. The condition results from brain damage due to strokes or chronic small vessel disease affecting brain circulation.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0011269ICD-10-CM
F01F01.50
MeSH
D015140
SNOMED CT (US)
429998004
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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