Evaluation of changes in oxyhemoglobin during Shiritori task in elderly subjects including those with Alzheimer ‧s disease

ConclusionThese findings suggest that analysis of changes in oxyhemoglobin during Shiritori tasks may be a useful neuropsychological index for the early diagnosis of AD. Detailed studies will be conducted in LSMG to facilitate the early introduction of NIRS as a screening tool for cognitive impairment.

Source: Psychogeriatrics - January 27, 2017 Category: Geriatrics Authors: Yusuke Kato, Yoshihisa Shoji, Kiichiro Morita, Masayuki Inoue, Yohei Ishii, Mamoru Sato, Yuuji Yamashita, Junji Okawa, Naohisa Uchimura Tags: Original Article Source Type: research