Effectiveness of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation on Cognitive Function in Stroke Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Muacevic Alexander, Adler John R, Le Ha T, Honma Kenta, Annaka Hiroki, Shunxiang Sun, Murakami Tsukasa, Hiraoka Tamon, Nomura Tomonori
Primary Institution: Department of Rehabilitation, Hai Duong Medical Technical University, Hai Duong, VNM
Hypothesis
Does transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) improve executive function, attention, and memory in stroke patients?
Conclusion
TMS may improve executive function and memory in stroke patients, but its effect on attention is unclear.
Supporting Evidence
- TMS significantly improved executive function with a standardized mean difference (SMD) of 0.55.
- TMS showed significant efficacy in improving memory function with an SMD of 0.57.
- The effect of TMS on attention was not significant, with an SMD of 0.32.
Takeaway
This study found that a treatment called TMS can help stroke patients think better and remember things, but it doesn't seem to help them pay attention as much.
Methodology
This systematic review included 13 randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that assessed the effects of TMS on cognitive functions in stroke patients.
Potential Biases
Some studies had high risk of bias due to issues with randomization and missing outcome data.
Limitations
The quality of evidence varied from very low to low due to heterogeneity and potential biases in the included studies.
Participant Demographics
Participants were aged 18-89 years, with a majority being male (55.6% to 88.2%).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Confidence Interval
95% CI = 0.04-1.05 for executive function; 95% CI = 0.25-0.89 for memory; 95% CI = -0.1 to 0.75 for attention
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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