Heterogeneity of poststroke cognitive disorders: Diagnostic and therapeutic aspects

The paper considers the clinical features and mechanisms of recovery of motor and cognitive functions after prior stroke. To treat stroke as soon as possible is emphasized to determine to a large extent the success of further rehabilitation measures. The most significant recovery is observed in the first 3 months after stroke; there may be generally only a slight worsening following 6 months. However, the recovery process may last longer in a number of patients. There are data on the use of nicergoline (Sermion®) in this category of patients.