Validating the Ain Shams Cognitive Assessment Tool

Launched by AIN SHAMS UNIVERSITY · Jan 17, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new tool called the Ain Shams University Cognitive Assessment (ASCA) to see how well it can detect early signs of cognitive impairment, such as mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia. Cognitive impairment refers to difficulties with thinking, memory, and reasoning. The goal is to determine if ASCA is effective compared to other commonly used tests.

To participate in this study, you need to be an older adult, at least 60 years old, and speak Arabic as your first language. However, if someone has severe dementia, major mental health issues, or significant problems with vision or hearing that would interfere with the assessment, they cannot join. This trial is not yet recruiting participants, but if you qualify, you would be involved in an evaluation to help researchers understand how the ASCA tool works in identifying cognitive issues. Your participation could help improve early diagnosis and treatment for those experiencing cognitive decline.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• • Inclusion Criteria: older adult participants 60 years old and above who are native Arabic speakers
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• Exclusion Criteria:
• • severe dementia, delirium, major mental disorders, aphasia, and those with severe visual or hearing impairment that interfere with the assessment.