DEMENTIA IN DOWNS SYNDROME – A CASE REPORT

Authors

Clarita Shynal Martis Ms, Manipal Academy of Higher EducationFollow
Elsa Sanatombi Devi Dr, Manipal Academy of Higher EducationFollow
Panambur Venkataraya Bhandary Dr, Dr A V Baliga Memorial HospitalFollow

Designation

Clarita Shynal Martis, PhD Scholar, Dept of Medical Surgical Nursing, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Elsa Sanatombi Devi, Professor & QMR - Manipal College of Nursing

Deputy Director - CCEID; Director - MUFIILIPE, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Panambur Venkataraya Bhandary (Corresponding Author) - Director, Dr A V Baliga Memorial Hospital, Udupi

Adjunct Faculty, Dept of Psychiatry, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Campus, Manipal Academy of Higher Education

Abstract

Down syndrome, is a chromosome 21-related genetic condition, frequently manifests as intellectual difficulty, growth retardation, and distinctive facial traits. People with Down’s Syndrome usually develop Dementia, a major cause of cognitive impairment, impaired judgment memory loss in their midlife. The present report describes a case study of a female diagnosed with dementia in Down’s Syndrome. The report explores the challenges her parents faced in securing appropriate care when diagnosed with dementia and Down's syndrome. It aims to inform caregivers about the best practices for home care in such cases. It follows the woman's history from birth until her dementia was diagnosed.

Recommended Citation

Martis, Clarita Shynal Ms; Devi, Elsa Sanatombi Dr; and Bhandary, Panambur Venkataraya Dr () "DEMENTIA IN DOWNS SYNDROME – A CASE REPORT," Manipal Journal of Nursing and Health Sciences: Vol. 11: Iss. 1, .
DOI: https://doi.org/10.55889/2582-7979.1316
Available at: https://impressions.manipal.edu/mjnhs/vol11/iss1/12