Propuesta de un Registro centralizado de casos con Deterioro Cognitivo en Argentina (ReDeCAr) basado en el Sistema Nacional de Vigilancia Epidemiológica

This paper presents a proposal for the development of a Cognitive Impairment Centralized Case Registry in Argentina (ReDeCAr) based on Epidemiological Surveillance Model. We will conduct an observational prospective study in different healthcare centers and hospitals around the country. For data collection, we will use nationwide software including epidemiological surveillance systems with the same format that together form an Internet-based surveillance network that will appear on the Ministry of Health website (www.msal.gov.ar). These data will be useful to describe occurrence patterns of different subtypes, to identify the main clinical characteristics of patients and to develop new clinical research projects. We will determine a common reference unit for a health problem that requires social attention and a multidisciplinary approach. This will show the local impact of these pathologies and it will provide population-based data necessary to develop sound health policies.