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Published on: December 16, 2022
[Psychocognitive impairment evaluation in early post-stroke period]
D Naconecinîi1, Maria-Rodica Prodan, Elena Leca-Radu
1Clinica I Neurologie, Spitalul Clinic de Urgenţe Prof. dr. N. Oblu Iasi Facultatea de Medicină, Universitatea de Medicină si Farmacie Gr.T. Popa Iaşi.
Summary
Stroke patients often experience cognitive impairment and depression. Early detection using tools like the mini-mental state examination (MMSE) and Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS) can help prevent dementia.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Psychiatry
Context:
- Stroke is a significant cause of disability.
- Cognitive impairment and depression are common sequelae of stroke.
- Understanding risk factors is crucial for prevention and management.
Purpose:
- To investigate factors influencing psychocognitive impairment in post-stroke patients.
- To assess the prevalence of cognitive impairment and depression in ischemic stroke survivors.
Summary:
- A study evaluated 47 ischemic stroke patients using the mini-mental state examination (MMSE), Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS), and NIH Stroke Scale.
- Significant cognitive impairment (MMSE < 20 in 11 patients) and depression (GDS > 10 in 35 patients) were observed.
- Risk factors like hypertension, overweight, dyslipidemia, diabetes, arrhythmia, and carotid artery lesions correlated with cognitive impairment and depression.
Impact:
- Cerebrovascular disease significantly impacts cognitive and psychological health.
- Simple bedside tools like MMSE and GDS are effective for evaluating impairment.
- Identifying and managing risk factors can mitigate post-stroke cognitive decline and depression.
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