Peripheral and central smell regions in patients with stroke: an MRI evaluation

ConclusionBoth central and peripheral odor pathways were affected, and left OB in the peripheral odor pathways was even more affected in case of longer duration of the stroke. Changes in central and peripheral olfactory pathways in patients with stroke may not be aimed at neuroplasticity and repair, but rather may be a reflection of inflammation and degenerative changes in stroke.
Source: Neurological Sciences - Category: Neurology Source Type: research