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| name = Conduction aphasia | |||
| image = [[File:Brain_-_Broca's_and_Wernicke's_area_Diagram.svg|250px]] | |||
| image_size = 250px | |||
| alt = Diagram of the brain showing Broca's and Wernicke's areas | |||
| caption = Diagram showing the location of Broca's and Wernicke's areas in the brain | |||
| field = [[Neurology]] | |||
| symptoms = Impaired [[speech repetition]], [[paraphasia]], intact [[comprehension]] | |||
| onset = Typically [[adult]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic (medicine)|Chronic]] | |||
| causes = Damage to the [[arcuate fasciculus]] or [[supramarginal gyrus]] | |||
| risks = [[Stroke]], [[brain injury]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Neuropsychological test]]s, [[brain imaging]] | |||
| differential = [[Wernicke's aphasia]], [[Broca's aphasia]], [[global aphasia]] | |||
| treatment = [[Speech therapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, often partial recovery | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
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'''Conduction aphasia''' is a rare form of [[aphasia]], a language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate. It is characterized by the inability to repeat words or phrases, despite having normal speech fluency and comprehension. | '''Conduction aphasia''' is a rare form of [[aphasia]], a language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate. It is characterized by the inability to repeat words or phrases, despite having normal speech fluency and comprehension. | ||
== Introduction == | |||
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[[Conduction aphasia]] is caused by damage to the [[arcuate fasciculus]], a bundle of nerve fibers that connects the [[Broca's area]] and [[Wernicke's area]] in the brain. These two areas are responsible for speech production and language comprehension, respectively. Despite having intact speech and comprehension, individuals with conduction aphasia struggle to repeat words or phrases. | [[Conduction aphasia]] is caused by damage to the [[arcuate fasciculus]], a bundle of nerve fibers that connects the [[Broca's area]] and [[Wernicke's area]] in the brain. These two areas are responsible for speech production and language comprehension, respectively. Despite having intact speech and comprehension, individuals with conduction aphasia struggle to repeat words or phrases. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of conduction aphasia is the inability to repeat words or phrases. Other symptoms may include: | The primary symptom of conduction aphasia is the inability to repeat words or phrases. Other symptoms may include: | ||
* Difficulty finding the right words ([[anomia]]) | * Difficulty finding the right words ([[anomia]]) | ||
* Paraphasias, or speech errors | * Paraphasias, or speech errors | ||
* Phonemic paraphasias, or errors in sound | * Phonemic paraphasias, or errors in sound | ||
* Verbal paraphasias, or errors in word choice | * Verbal paraphasias, or errors in word choice | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Conduction aphasia is caused by damage to the arcuate fasciculus. This damage can occur due to a [[stroke]], [[brain tumor]], [[traumatic brain injury]], or [[neurodegenerative disease]]. | Conduction aphasia is caused by damage to the arcuate fasciculus. This damage can occur due to a [[stroke]], [[brain tumor]], [[traumatic brain injury]], or [[neurodegenerative disease]]. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of conduction aphasia is made through a comprehensive [[neuropsychological assessment]], which includes tests of language function, memory, attention, and other cognitive abilities. Imaging tests such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may also be used to identify damage to the brain. | Diagnosis of conduction aphasia is made through a comprehensive [[neuropsychological assessment]], which includes tests of language function, memory, attention, and other cognitive abilities. Imaging tests such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] may also be used to identify damage to the brain. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for conduction aphasia typically involves [[speech therapy]], which can help improve language skills and communication. In some cases, medications may be used to manage symptoms. | Treatment for conduction aphasia typically involves [[speech therapy]], which can help improve language skills and communication. In some cases, medications may be used to manage symptoms. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Aphasia]] | * [[Aphasia]] | ||
* [[Broca's area]] | * [[Broca's area]] | ||
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* [[CT scan]] | * [[CT scan]] | ||
* [[Speech therapy]] | * [[Speech therapy]] | ||
[[Category:Neurological disorders]] | [[Category:Neurological disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Language disorders]] | [[Category:Language disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Speech and language pathology]] | [[Category:Speech and language pathology]] | ||
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| Conduction aphasia | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Impaired speech repetition, paraphasia, intact comprehension |
| Complications | N/A |
| Onset | Typically adult |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Damage to the arcuate fasciculus or supramarginal gyrus |
| Risks | Stroke, brain injury |
| Diagnosis | Neuropsychological tests, brain imaging |
| Differential diagnosis | Wernicke's aphasia, Broca's aphasia, global aphasia |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Speech therapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, often partial recovery |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Conduction aphasia is a rare form of aphasia, a language disorder that affects a person's ability to communicate. It is characterized by the inability to repeat words or phrases, despite having normal speech fluency and comprehension.
Introduction[edit]
Conduction aphasia is caused by damage to the arcuate fasciculus, a bundle of nerve fibers that connects the Broca's area and Wernicke's area in the brain. These two areas are responsible for speech production and language comprehension, respectively. Despite having intact speech and comprehension, individuals with conduction aphasia struggle to repeat words or phrases.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of conduction aphasia is the inability to repeat words or phrases. Other symptoms may include:
- Difficulty finding the right words (anomia)
- Paraphasias, or speech errors
- Phonemic paraphasias, or errors in sound
- Verbal paraphasias, or errors in word choice
Causes[edit]
Conduction aphasia is caused by damage to the arcuate fasciculus. This damage can occur due to a stroke, brain tumor, traumatic brain injury, or neurodegenerative disease.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of conduction aphasia is made through a comprehensive neuropsychological assessment, which includes tests of language function, memory, attention, and other cognitive abilities. Imaging tests such as MRI or CT scan may also be used to identify damage to the brain.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for conduction aphasia typically involves speech therapy, which can help improve language skills and communication. In some cases, medications may be used to manage symptoms.
