Post‐stroke cognitive impairment is common even after successful clinical recovery

ConclusionsCognitive impairment as evaluated with a comprehensive neuropsychological assessment is prevalent in stroke survivors even with successful clinical recovery. Typically multiple domains and complex cognitive abilities are affected. MMSE is not sensitive in detecting these symptoms. Post‐stroke cognitive impairment is strongly related to poor functional outcome.

Source: European Journal of Neurology - June 4, 2015 Category: Neurology Authors: H. Jokinen, S. Melkas, R. Ylikoski, T. Pohjasvaara, M. Kaste, T. Erkinjuntti, M. Hietanen Tags: Original Article Source Type: research