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A - 102 Neuropsychological Insights into Kearns-Sayre Syndrome: a Case Study.

  • Published In: Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology, 2024, v. 39, n. 7. P. 1043 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Jackson, Daija A; Brooks, Keiona L; Willis, Pamelia F 3 of 3

Abstract

This article focuses on the neuropsychological profile of Kearns-Sayre Syndrome (KSS), a genetic mitochondrial and neuromuscular disorder with multisystem effects including vision, cardiac, muscular, and cognitive impairments. It presents a case study of a 46-year-old African American woman diagnosed with KSS, whose symptoms began with vision loss and bilateral ptosis, and who later developed attentional difficulties and memory problems. Neuropsychological evaluation showed mostly intact cognitive functioning, with normal memory and visuospatial abilities but poor performance on one executive function measure. The study highlights the limited understanding of cognitive profiles in KSS and suggests baseline neuropsychological testing to monitor cognitive changes over time.

Additional Information

  • Source:Archives of Clinical Neuropsychology. 2024/10, Vol. 39, Issue 7, p1043
  • Document Type:Case Study
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0887-6177
  • DOI:10.1093/arclin/acae067.116
  • Accession Number:184163407
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