Abstract
The elderly population rising rapidly in Malaysia and contributes to the increasing number of cognitive problems including mild cognitive impairment (MCI). However, due to limited information regarding this problem which may progress towards severe neurologic degeneration, this problem rarely diagnosed and left untreated. Hence, the use of electroencephalography (EEG) biomarker is seen to be important with the spectral power, coherence and synchronization between the both halves of brain explain the pathophysiology underlined. This method is becoming popular for its capabilities in quantifying changes in brain electrical activity and provide early signs of brain impairment. This paper reviews the incidence of mild cognitive impairment in elderly as an early cognitive deterioration signal. It continues with the role of quantitative EEG analysis in providing the physiological meaning of their brain. This paper also provides the information about neurochemical changes which associated with MCI. In addition, this paper proposes an idea of study towards examining physiology, neurochemicals, diet and lifestyles to promote healthy lifestyle in elderly.International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 04 No. 04 October’20 Page : 267-270
Highlights
The pace of population aging is dramatically increasing worldwide inflicting in various social, economic and health implications
Malaysia is predicted to achieve the status of aging nation by 2030 with an estimated of 15.3% of its population comprising elderly with Terengganu and Kelantan win the race, by which is classified as one of the fastest nation to achieve aged country status within 20 years[1].The rapid growth of elderly people (65 years above) increase the incidence of aging disorders such as mild cognitive impairment (MCI)
Mild Cognitive Impairment in elderly MCI is a condition characterized by a reduction in memory and other cognitive process
Summary
The pace of population aging is dramatically increasing worldwide inflicting in various social, economic and health implications. Mild Cognitive Impairment in elderly MCI is a condition characterized by a reduction in memory and other cognitive process. With MCI progress to Alzheimer Disease at a rate of 10-15% per year, while healthy normal elderly convert at a rate of 1-2% only[5,6].
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