Jeff Craven

In addition to brain imaging, patients underwent cognitive tests to assess memory, executive function, and psychomotor speed.

The relative risk of developing ischemic stroke was increased in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, especially within the first year after diagnosis.

The study results suggest that patients with non-NPSLE have impaired memory function indicative of working memory-related neural dysfunction.

Hormone therapy may reduce risk for death from vascular dementia in older women.