Association Between Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Cerebral Small Vessel Disease, and Cognitive Impairment: A Cross Sectional Study
Abstract: Background: Type 2 diabetes mellitus and cerebral small vessel disease are common in the elderly and are associated with cognitive impairment. Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the independent and combined effects of diabetes mellitus and small vessel disease on cognitive function. Methods: A total of 190 participants were divided into four groups based on the presence or absence of diabetes mellitus and small vessel disease. Cognitive performance was assessed using standardized neuropsychological tests including MMSE, MOCA, memory tests, and processing speed measures. Statistical analysis was conducted at a 95% confidence level (p
Keywords: vascular cognitive impairment, cerebral microangiopathy, neuropsychological assessment, executive function, type 2 diabetes mellitus
How to Cite?: Mirena Valkova, "Association Between Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Cerebral Small Vessel Disease, and Cognitive Impairment: A Cross Sectional Study", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1721-1723, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26327093409, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26327093409