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Framingham stroke risk profile and lowered cognitive performance.

Merrill F Elias1, Lisa M Sullivan, Ralph B D'Agostino

  • 1Statistics and Consulting Unit, Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Boston University, Boston, MA 02215, USA. MFElias@aol.com

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|January 17, 2004
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Higher 10-year stroke risk is linked to poorer cognitive function in multiple domains, even without existing stroke or dementia. This highlights the brain health impact of cardiovascular risk factors.

Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Cardiovascular disease, particularly stroke, poses a significant public health challenge.
  • Cognitive decline is a growing concern, especially in aging populations.
  • Understanding the interplay between cerebrovascular risk and cognitive function is crucial for preventative strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between 10-year stroke risk and cognitive performance.
  • To examine this relationship in a large, community-based sample free of clinical stroke and dementia.
  • To identify specific cognitive domains affected by elevated stroke risk.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from 1011 men and 1164 women in the Framingham Offspring Study.

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  • Assessed 10-year stroke risk using the Framingham Stroke Risk Profile.
  • Employed a cross-sectional design with multivariable linear regression to analyze cognitive test performance across multiple domains.

    • Main Results:

    • An inverse association was found between increased 10-year stroke risk and cognitive performance.
    • This association persisted after adjusting for age, education, sex, and other relevant factors.
    • Cognitive domains significantly affected included visual-spatial memory, attention, organization, scanning, and abstract reasoning.

    Conclusions:

    • Elevated 10-year stroke risk is associated with decrements in various cognitive functions.
    • These findings suggest that cerebrovascular risk impacts cognitive health even in individuals without diagnosed stroke or dementia.
    • Highlights the importance of managing stroke risk factors for maintaining cognitive function.