Influence of hematoma volume and age on cognitive functions and ADL after putaminal hemorrhage

Cerebral hemorrhage accounts for 18.5 % of cerebral strokes, of which putaminal hemorrhage is the most common type, constituting 30 % of cases.1 Sequelae after putaminal hemorrhage can include not only motor paralysis and sensory disturbance but also cognitive dysfunction, the severity of which varies depending on the size of the hematoma and the age of the patient.2-4 Cognitive dysfunction is known to affect activities of daily living (ADL).5-8 Previous studies have used the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE);9 however, as this almost entirely comprises verbal tasks, it is heavily influenced by aphasia.
Source: Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases - Category: Neurology Authors: Source Type: research