Objective:

To investigate the effects of probiotic supplementation on the nutritional, cognitive, and motor functions of elderly survivors recovering from ischemic stroke.

Approach:

Key Findings:

• Post-treatment, the Supplement Group showed significant improvements in neurotrophic and nutritional parameters including BDNF, hemoglobin, albumin, and prealbumin levels (p ≤ 0.011).
• Cognitive function improved in the Supplement Group with higher MMSE and HDS scores and reduced CDR scores (p < 0.003).
• Motor function showed enhanced mobility and basic activities in the Supplement Group (p ≤ 0.014).
• Functional recovery was better in the Supplement Group with decreased mRS scores and increased MBI scores (p < 0.004).
• The incidence of gastrointestinal adverse events was significantly reduced in the Supplement Group (p < 0.001).

Interpretation:

Limitations:

• The study is retrospective and may be subject to selection bias.
• The sample size, while substantial, may not be representative of all elderly ischemic stroke survivors.

Conclusion:

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