Screening for Cognitive Impairment After Stroke: A Systematic Review of Psychometric Properties and Clinical Utility
Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine
Burton, L., & Tyson, S. F. (2015).
Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine, 47(3), 193-203.
This systematic review investigates the psychometric properties and clinical utility of cognitive screening tools for adults following stroke.
Greater Manchester & Cheshire Cardiovascular Network (United Kingdom)
Up to October 2013
Published studies reporting validation of a cognitive screening tool against a “gold-standard” (not further specified)
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The Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) was found to be a clinically feasible and accurate cognitive screening tool. Compared to other tools, it demonstrated superior sensitivity to milder cognitive deficits. The Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) was more accurate as a screen for post-stroke dementia.
