[Cavinton Comforte in the correction of vascular cognitive disorders]

O A Shavlovskaya1, A B Lokshina1, D A Grishina1

  • 1Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, Moscow, Russia.

Insights

Cavinton Comforte (CC) improved cognitive functions and fine motor skills in patients with chronic brain ischemia. This study highlights CC

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Chronic brain ischemia (HIGM) often leads to cognitive impairment and motor deficits.
  • Assessing therapeutic interventions for HIGM is crucial for improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of Cavinton Comforte (CC) in mitigating cognitive impairment and motor awkwardness in patients with HIGM.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 30 patients (aged 50-65) diagnosed with HIGM and cognitive impairment.
  • Utilized standardized tests including MINI-Cog, Munsterberg, and TMT to assess cognitive function.
  • Patients received 10 mg of Cavinton Comforte (CC) three times daily for three months.

Main Results:

  • Significant improvements were observed in constructive praxis and short-term memory.
  • Enhanced visual search speed, visual-motor function, and attention selectivity.
  • Improved reproduction of visual images, perception, and motor task speed (drawing strokes).

Conclusions:

  • Cavinton Comforte (CC) demonstrated positive effects on cognitive functions.
  • The therapy also led to improvements in fine motor skills of the hands.
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