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Marco Pasi¹, Anna Poggesi, Emilia Salvadori

¹Department of Neurological and Psychiatric Sciences, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.

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Background:

Post-stroke dementia (PSD) is defined as any dementia occurring after a stroke, regardless of the underlying cause (vascular, degenerative, or mixed).
PSD is a common complication, with prevalence rates estimated between 6% and 32% among stroke survivors.
Not all cognitive impairments post-stroke meet dementia criteria; many individuals experience mild cognitive impairment, which may progress to PSD.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the urgent need for sensitive tools to detect post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI) early.
To emphasize the clinical utility of identifying PSCI in the acute phase of stroke.
To inform early cognitive rehabilitation strategies and focused follow-up care.

Main Methods:

This study is a review and synthesis of current understanding regarding post-stroke cognitive impairment.
It analyzes the prevalence and progression of cognitive deficits following cerebrovascular events.
Focuses on the diagnostic challenges and the need for early detection methods.

Main Results:

Post-stroke dementia is a significant concern, affecting a substantial portion of stroke patients.
Mild cognitive impairment is a common precursor to PSD, necessitating early identification.
Acute-phase detection of cognitive impairment provides critical data for clinical decision-making.

Conclusions:

Early detection of cognitive impairment in stroke patients is essential for effective management.
Identifying patients at risk for PSD allows for timely initiation of cognitive rehabilitation.
Developing sensitive diagnostic tools for acute stroke assessment is a priority.