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. 2009 Oct 2;462(1):49-53.
doi: 10.1016/j.neulet.2009.06.071. Epub 2009 Jun 26.

Mental slowness and executive dysfunctions in patients with metabolic syndrome

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Mental slowness and executive dysfunctions in patients with metabolic syndrome

Bàrbara Segura et al. Neurosci Lett. .
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Abstract

Metabolic Syndrome is a cluster of vascular risk factors which has been related to dementia and cognitive decline. The aim of this study was to describe the neuropsychological profile of metabolic syndrome patients. An extensive neuropsychological protocol was administered to 55 patients and 35 controls assessing memory, executive, visuoperceptual and visuoconstructive functions, language and speed of processing. There were differences between groups in speed of processing and some executive functions after controlling for the influences of education and gender. The results suggest that metabolic syndrome may be a prodromal state of vascular cognitive impairment.

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