Screening for Post-Stroke Depression and Cognitive Impairment at Baseline Predicts Long-Term Patient-Centered Outcomes After Stroke.

Baseline DOC screening in stroke prevention clinics shows that symptoms of depression and cognitive impairment are independent predictors of impaired higher-level functioning and community reintegration 2 to 3 years after stroke. Novel rehabilitation and psychological interventions targeting people with these conditions are needed to improve long-term patient-centered outcomes.