Understanding cognitive impairment and dementia after a stroke
Post-stroke Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
['FUNDING_R01'] · UT SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER · NIH-10943759
This study is looking at how strokes can lead to memory and thinking problems, especially in people who have had a stroke, and it aims to find out what factors might increase the risk and whether certain medications can help prevent these issues for stroke survivors.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UT SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (DALLAS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10943759 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how strokes contribute to cognitive impairment and dementia, focusing on the prevalence and risk factors associated with post-stroke cognitive impairment and dementia (PSCID). By utilizing a large national stroke registry and Medicare data, the study aims to identify the incidence of PSCID and explore how various vascular risk factors may influence its development. The research will also evaluate the potential effectiveness of medications in preventing PSCID among stroke survivors. This approach aims to provide insights that could lead to better prevention strategies for those affected.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced a stroke and are at risk of developing cognitive impairment or dementia.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or do not have any cognitive impairment may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies for cognitive impairment and dementia in stroke survivors.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding vascular contributions to cognitive impairment can lead to significant advancements in treatment and prevention strategies.
Where this research is happening
DALLAS, UNITED STATES
- UT SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER — DALLAS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: XIAN, YING — UT SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER
- Study coordinator: XIAN, YING
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Alzheimer disease dementia, Alzheimer syndrome, Alzheimer's Disease