Andreichenko D. I., Kalbus O. I.

DIAGNOSTIC VALUE OF THE LURIA 10-WORD MEMORIZATION TECHNIQUE AND SCHULTE TABLES IN THE DIAGNOSIS OF MILD COGNITIVE DYSFUNCTION IN PATIENTS WITH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS

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Andreichenko D. I., Kalbus O. I.

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CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL MEDICINE

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Scientific article

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The article analyzes the problem of cognitive impairment (CI), which is common in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS), and focuses on diagnostic methods for detecting these disorders. Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disease of the central nervous system that is accompanied by neurodegenerative processes. One of the most common and early symptoms of MS is a decline in cognitive abilities, including attention, memory, information processing speed, and executive functions. These disorders are observed at all stages of the disease and can significantly impair patients' quality of life. The paper presents the analysis results of 93 patients with relapsing-remitting MS. Patients were divided into groups depending on the level of cognitive status determined by the MoCA scale. The results showed that patients with MCD performed significantly worse in both tests. They spent more time performing the Schulte tables, especially in the later stages, indicating decreased cognitive endurance. The Luria test showed that patients with MCD memorized significantly fewer words, indicating impaired short-term memory. The authors emphasize that both methods are important tools for early diagnosis, monitoring MS progression, and evaluating treatment effectiveness. The data from these tests can be used to create individualized rehabilitation programs aimed at improving memory, attention, and other cognitive functions, which can positively impact the quality of life of patients with MS.

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«Bulletin of problems biology and medicine», 2024 Issue 4, 175, 243-252 pages, index UDC 616.832-004.2-036.17:616.89-008.46

DOI:

10.29254/2077-4214-2024-4-175-243-252