Do lower limb motor-evoked potentials predict walking outcomes post-stroke?

Conclusions The presence of LL MEPs 1-week post-stroke predicts independent walking at 3 and 6 months post-stroke. However, the absence of MEPs does not preclude independent walking. Clinical factors, particularly age, balance and stroke severity, more strongly predict independent walking than MEP status. LL MEP status adds little value as a biomarker for walking outcomes.

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Source: Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry - March 13, 2024 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Smith, M.-C., Scrivener, B. J., Stinear, C. M. Tags: Cerebrovascular disease Source Type: research