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J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 71:29-32 doi:10.1136/jnnp.71.1.29
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Cognitive function in the oldest old: women perform better than men

Table 4

Odds ratios for good cognitive speed and good memory in women versus men

Test Crude odds ratio (95% CI) Adjusted odds ratio4-150 (95% CI)
Cognitive speed 1.3 (0.8 to 1.9) 1.7 (1.0 to 2.6)
Memory 1.6 (1.1 to 2.5) 1.8 (1.2 to 2.7)
  • Odds ratios obtained in participants with a mini mental state examination score>18 points.

  • 4-150 Adjusted for the level of education and the presence of depressive symptoms.

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