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Fatigue after stroke.

J L Ingles1, G A Eskes, S J Phillips

  • 1Department of Psychology, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.

Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
|February 20, 1999
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Post-stroke fatigue is common, affecting 68% of patients and significantly impacting function, especially when combined with depression. Early recognition and treatment are key for stroke recovery.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Fatigue is a prevalent and often debilitating symptom following stroke.
  • Understanding the long-term impact of post-stroke fatigue on daily functioning and its correlation with depression is crucial for effective patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the frequency and outcomes of fatigue in stroke survivors.
  • To assess the impact of fatigue on functional abilities.
  • To examine the relationship between fatigue and depression in the subacute phase post-stroke.

Main Methods:

  • A survey-based study involving 88 stroke patients (3-13 months post-stroke) and 56 healthy elderly controls.
  • Utilized the Fatigue Impact Scale and Geriatric Depression Scale to measure fatigue severity and depressive symptoms.

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  • Assessed functional limitations attributed to fatigue.

    • Main Results:

    • 68% of stroke patients reported significant fatigue problems compared to 36% of controls (p < .001).
    • Fatigue was a primary symptom for 40% of stroke survivors and was not linked to stroke severity or time post-stroke.
    • While fatigue and depression were independent, depression significantly exacerbated the functional impact of fatigue.

    Conclusions:

    • Fatigue is a persistent issue post-stroke, potentially impairing function for up to 13 months.
    • Addressing fatigue is vital for optimizing stroke recovery and improving quality of life.
    • The interplay between fatigue and depression highlights the need for comprehensive patient assessment.