Subcortical aphasias-questioning validity of aphasia as a cortical infarct sign (p1.287)
Conclusions:Given that a small subcortical infarction can present as pure aphasia, the belief that aphasia is always a sign of a cortical infarct is unfounded and should be revisited.Disclosure: Dr. Kaur has nothing to disclose. Dr. Culebras received personal compensation in an editorial capacity for Medlink and UpToDate.
Source: Neurology - Category: Neurology Authors: Kaur, G., Culebras, A. Tags: Cerebrovascular Disease Case Reports I Source Type: research
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