Age and Ageing
Bloodstream infections linked to later dementia in Welsh adults
A model estimated 160 additional dementia cases per 1,000 person-years at 10 years after bloodstream infection, compared with matched controls.A model estimated 160 additional dementia cases per 1,000 person-years at 10 years after bloodstream infection, compared with matched controls.
Cohort studyDementia
Who was studiedPeople without dementia at cohort entry, 10 years, against matched controls
What changedDementia risk was higher after BSI: 160 (128-182) additional cases per 1000 person-years 10 years after exposure versus matched controls
The catchAsymptomatic neurodegeneration occurs before dementia diagnosis, so the order may be reversed