- A stroke occurs when the blood supply is stopped or reduced to part of the brain, depriving cells of oxygen and nutrients.
- It is the second most common cause of death worldwide and the leading cause of disability.
- Many stroke survivors are left with some cognitive impairment, and as many as 1 in 3 develop dementia following a stroke.
- A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association highlights the need for early cognitive impairment screening and treatment following stroke to help prevent long-term disability.
According to the
With improvements in medical care, more people are now surviving strokes. While
These
- Paralysis in part of the body
- Numbness and pain in areas of the body
- Speech and language issues
- Cognitive issues, such as problems with thinking and memory.
Now, the
The statement is published in
“This is an important study, reviewing an important area. Drawing important conclusions on the size of the problem — PSCI is common after stroke, especially in the first year, and ranges from mild to severe. Although cognitive impairment is reversible in some cases early after stroke, up to one-third of individuals with…
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