Neuropsychological disorders in patients with acute ischemic stroke

The paper presents results of a study of cognitive functions in 103 patients with ischemic stroke. The patients were divided into 3 groups depending on the localization of the lesion. Neuropsychological functions were studied according to a Mini-mental state examination and a test of drawing hours. The results of the study showed presence of pronounced cognitive impairment in patients with ischemic stroke in the dominant hemisphere, as well as diffuse brain damage.