Poster Session
Issue Date: August 2019
Published Online: August 01, 2019
Updated: April 30, 2020
Cognitive and Functional Outcomes in Adults With Sickle Cell Disease
Taniya Varughese, MSOT, OTR/L; Mallory Varnum; Erica Hull; Regina Abel, PhD; Allison King, MD, PhD
Author Affiliations & Notes
  • Program in Occupational Therapy at Washington University, St. Louis, MO, USA
  • Program in Occupational Therapy at Washington University, St. Louis, MO, USA
  • Program in Occupational Therapy at Washington University, St. Louis, MO, USA
  • Program in Occupational Therapy at Washington University, St. Louis, MO, USA
  • Washington University, St. Louis, MO, USA
Article Information
Neurologic Conditions / Rehabilitation, Participation, and Disability / Stroke / Work and Industry / Assessment/Measurement
Poster Session   |   August 01, 2019
Cognitive and Functional Outcomes in Adults With Sickle Cell Disease
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2019, Vol. 73, 7311500032. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2019.73S1-PO7014
American Journal of Occupational Therapy, August 2019, Vol. 73, 7311500032. https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2019.73S1-PO7014
Abstract

Date Presented 04/06/19

Sickle cell disease is a debilitating chronic illness characterized by persistent anemia and increased risk for stroke and cognitive impairment. The current study presents findings on the cognitive and functional task performance deficits of adults with sickle cell disease. An opportunity exists for OTs to improve the long-term outcomes of this population by providing appropriate evaluation and cognitive intervention.

Primary Author and Speaker: Taniya Varughese

Additional Authors and Speakers: Mallory Varnum, Erica Hull

Contributing Authors: Regina Abel, Allison King