Relationship between Vitamin C Deficiency and Cognitive Impairment in Older Hospitalised Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study

Relationship between Vitamin C Deficiency and Cognitive Impairment in Older Hospitalised Patients: A Cross-Sectional Study

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and facilitates neurotransmission. This study explored association between vitamin C deficiency and cognitive impairment in older hospitalised patients. This prospective study recruited 160 patients ≥ 75 years admitted under a Geriatric Unit in Australia. Cognitiv...

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Main Authors: Yogesh Sharma, Alexandra Popescu, Chris Horwood, Paul Hakendorf, Campbell Thompson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-02-01
Series:Antioxidants
Subjects:
vitamin C deficiency
cognitive impairment
geriatric patients
older hospitalised patients
clock drawing test
mini mental state examination
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/11/3/463

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