Results We included 23 articles (9.065 respondents). In studies with individuals without cognitive impairment, the pooled percentage in favor of disclosure was 90.7% (95%CI 83.8-97.5%). In studies with patients who were referred to a memory clinic or already diagnosed with dementia, the pooled percentage that considered disclosure favorable was 84.8% (95%CI 75.6-94.0%). The central arguments in favor of disclosure pertained to autonomy and the possibility to plan one's future. Arguments against

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... disclosure were fear of getting upset and that knowing has no use. Conclusions The vast majority of individuals without and with cognitive impairment prefers to be informed about a diagnosis of dementia for reasons pertaining to autonomy. Preferences regarding disclosure of a diagnosis of dementia: a systematic review 55