Andreja Špeh (Author), Irena Kalar (Author), Zvezdan Pirtošek (Author), Milica Gregorič Kramberger (Author)

Abstract

Objective The Montreal cognitive assessment scale (MoCA) is commonly used for detecting individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The aim of the present study was to evaluate the validity of the Slovenian MoCA as a screening tool for MCI and to determine the optimal cut-of point to detect MCI in the elderly population. Methods Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE), MoCA, and neuropsychological testing assessment were conducted on 93 individuals aged ≥ 60 years. MCI was found in 35 individuals with 58 cognitively asymptomatic controls. Cut-of values, sensitivity, and specificity of MoCA were calculated with the receiver operating characteristic curve. Results MCI and healthy individuals did not differ with respect to age and education. Healthy individuals (M = 24.5, SD = 1.7) performed significantly better on MoCA compared to MCI individuals (M = 21.4, SD = 3.2) (p < 0.001). The Cronbach’s α of MoCA as an index of internal consistency was 0.64. MoCA distinguished between healthy controls and MCI individuals with a sensitivity of 77% and specificity of 74%, using a cut-off of 23/24 points. Conclusion The Slovenian version of MoCA demonstrates an optimal cut-of value of 23/24 points for detecting older individuals with MCI. As a screening tool for MCI, its better diagnostic accuracy makes it preferable to using MMSE.

Keywords

Montrealska lestvica spoznavnih sposobnosti;

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Language: English
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Typology: 1.01 - Original Scientific Article
Organization: UL MF - Faculty of Medicine
UDC: 616.853
COBISS: 189553411 Link will open in a new window
ISSN: 2240-2993
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Secondary language: Slovenian
Secondary keywords: Montrealska lestvica spoznavnih sposobnosti;
Type (COBISS): Article
Pages: str. 1-5
Volume: ǂVol. ǂ
Issue: ǂiss. ǂ
Chronology: 2024
DOI: 10.1007/s13760-024-02487-z
ID: 23649488