[Cognitive impairment in cerebrovascular diseases]
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Evaluation of the Cognitive Performance of Hypertensive Patients with Silent Cerebrovascular Lesions
Published on: April 23, 2021
A N Bogolepova1,2, E A Mkhitaryan1,3, O S Levin4,5
1Pirogov Russian National Research Medical University, Moscow, Russia.
Abstract:
Cognitive impairment, which is highly prevalent, especially among older people, leads to a decrease in the quality of life of patients, impairment of daily activities, and an increased risk of dementia and mortality. Currently, much attention is paid to mild cognitive impairment. The article discusses diagnostic criteria and possible clinical variants of this syndrome. Given the high rate of progression of mild cognitive impairment to dementia, it is necessary to identify risk groups and carry out therapeutic preventive measures. Correction of potentially modifiable risk factors is considered as a promising direction of therapy. Sufficient physical and mental activity, proper diet, normalization of sleep, visual acuity and hearing are necessary. Preventing stroke and controlling vascular risk factors may reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment progressing to dementia.
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