Dementia study reveals hidden cases in norway
NCT ID NCT04289389
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study looked at over 11,000 adults in Trøndelag, Norway, to find out how many people have dementia and how many are undiagnosed. Researchers used standard tests to measure memory and thinking skills. The goal is to get a clearer picture of dementia rates across Norway and identify who is most likely to miss a diagnosis.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could provide accurate estimates of dementia rates in Norway and highlight gaps in diagnosis, helping to improve healthcare planning.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot test any new therapy or intervention, so it will not directly change patient care.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Ageing and Health
Tønsberg, Norway
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