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Published on: November 9, 2018
[Neuropsychological disturbances in thalamic hemorrhage--clinical study]
W Kalefa1, Diana Nicoleta Hodorog, Felicia Stefanache
1Spitalul Clinic de Urgenţă Sf. Treime Iaşi, Universitatea de Medicină şi Farmacie Gr.T. Popa" Iaşi, Facultatea de Medicină, Clinica I Neurologie.
Summary
Neuropsychological disturbances are common in thalamic hemorrhage. This study details clinical features like transcortical aphasia, anosognosia, and hemi-neglect in 117 patients.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuroscience
- Clinical Medicine
Context:
- Thalamic hemorrhage is a specific type of stroke.
- Neuropsychological deficits are common sequelae of stroke.
- Understanding these deficits is crucial for patient management.
Purpose:
- To report clinical findings in patients with thalamic hemorrhage.
- To identify prominent neuropsychological disturbances associated with this condition.
Summary:
- This study analyzed 117 patients with hemorrhagic stroke of the thalamus.
- Key findings include transcortical aphasia (left-sided strokes), anosognosia, and hemi-neglect, particularly in large hemorrhages.
- Other observed disturbances included visual/tactile extinction, memory issues, agitation, and hallucinosis.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the spectrum of neuropsychological deficits following thalamic stroke.
- Contributes to the understanding of stroke-related cognitive and behavioral impairments.
- May inform clinical assessment and rehabilitation strategies for thalamic hemorrhage survivors.
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