Cross-comparison, validation and performance of computerised neuropsychological assessment devices in the evaluation of mild cognitive impairment and dementia

随着人口老龄化和痴呆症的增加，对神经心理评估的需求将会增加，而训练有素的人员和资源却不足以满足这一需求。计算机化测试为大规模实施老年人认知筛查和监测提供了极好的机会。这是第一个系统地评估和比较几种流行的计算机神经心理学评估设备的研究，这些设备用于患有和不患有痴呆症的老年人。

With an ageing population and associated increase in dementia there will be increased demand for neuropsychological assessment, with insufficient trained personnel and resources to meet this demand. Computerised tests offer excellent opportunities for large scale implementation of cognitive screening and monitoring of older adults. This is the first study to systematically evaluate and compare several popular computerised neuropsychological assessment devices in elders with and without dementia.