Cognitive and social cognition deficits in Huntington's disease differ between the prodromal and the manifest stages of the condition: A scoping review of recent evidence.

The neuropsychological profile in HD encompasses a complex pathological spectrum of deficits. Patients' profiles differ significantly between the manifest and the prodromal stages of their condition. Clinicians should include in everyday practice a timely and specific neuropsychological assessment. Detecting patients' cognitive status during the early stages of the condition already can contribute significantly to implement effective clinical management strategies.