The impact of periodic leg movements during sleep on neurological recovery in patients with acute mild cerebral infarction.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Acute minor cerebral infarction is a common cerebrovascular disease, and its prognosis is influenced by various factors. This study aims to explore the relationship between nocturnal periodic leg movements and neurological function 3 months after acute mild cerebral infarction.

Methods

A retrospective study was conducted based on hospital records, involving patients diagnosed with acute minor cerebral infarction who underwent polysomnography at Yangzhou University Affiliated Hospital from September 2023 to October 2024. Patients were followed up by phone 3 months later, and the modified Rankin Scale (mRS) was completed. Based on the scores, patients were divided into a good prognosis group (0-2 points) and a poor prognosis group (3-6 points). The correlation betwee

SUBMITTER: Sun S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12354370 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature