MULTIINFARCT DEMENTIAS
\mˌʌltɪɪnfˈɑːkt dɪmˈɛnʃəz], \mˌʌltɪɪnfˈɑːkt dɪmˈɛnʃəz], \m_ˌʌ_l_t_ɪ__ɪ_n_f_ˈɑː_k_t d_ɪ_m_ˈɛ_n_ʃ_ə_z]\
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Loss of higher cortical functions with retained awareness due to multiple cortical or subcortical CEREBRAL INFARCTION. Memory, judgement, attention span, and impulse control are often impaired, and may be accompanied by PSEUDOBULBAR PALSY, hemiparesis, reflex abnormalities, and other signs of localized neurologic dysfunction. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1060)
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