Chronic cerebrovascular disorders: hemorheological and psychobehavioral aspects

Gerontology. 1986;32(4):228-34. doi: 10.1159/000212795.

Abstract

In order to evaluate the existence of a correlation between the hemorheological and the psychobehavioral pattern in chronic cerebrovascular disorder (CCVD) patients, 54 elderly CCVD patients were enrolled in the study. After a thorough clinical and instrumental examination they underwent a hemorheological and psychobehavioral assessment. The results showed a clear correlation between the severity of the psychobehavioral disorder and the hemorheological alterations, particularly with regard to the cellular factors. A hypothesis to explain these findings and future research trends are also discussed.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Behavior*
  • Blood Cell Count
  • Blood Viscosity
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders / blood*
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders / psychology
  • Chronic Disease
  • Female
  • Hematocrit
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mental Status Schedule
  • Middle Aged
  • Personality Inventory
  • Rheology