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Memory disturbances in migraine with and without aura: a strategy problem?
F Le Pira1, G Zappalà, S Giuffrida
1Institute of Neurological Sciences, University of Catania, Italy. lepira@mbox.unict.it
Cephalalgia : an International Journal of Headache
|October 19, 2000
Summary
Cognitive function in migraine patients is complex. Migraine sufferers show memory impairments, particularly in visuo-spatial and verbal recall, suggesting learning and recall deficits.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuropsychology
Background:
- Cognitive deficits in migraine patients have been previously reported but remain controversial.
- Understanding the specific cognitive domains affected by migraine is crucial for diagnosis and management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate cognitive performance in patients with migraine with aura and migraine without aura.
- To compare the cognitive functions of migraine patients with a healthy control group.
Main Methods:
- Neuropsychological tests were administered to 14 patients with migraine with aura and 16 with migraine without aura.
- Patient groups were compared to a control group matched for age, sex, and education.
Main Results:
- Migraine patients exhibited impaired performance on specific cognitive tests compared to controls.
- Both migraine groups showed deficits in visuo-spatial memory.
- Migraine patients without aura demonstrated significantly impaired verbal memory.
Conclusions:
- Migraine is associated with specific memory impairments, particularly in visuo-spatial and verbal recall.
- These memory deficits may stem from an impaired recall mechanism and difficulties in learning strategies.