Continuous Performance Test in Patients with Alcohol Dependence

Objective: To study alcohol related attention damage and factors having influence on it. Method: 39 inpatients with alcohol dependence were examined with Continuously Performance Test (CPT) before and after 6 weeks treatment. 45 normal staffs were collected as control. Results: The index of CPT in patient group at baseline was higher than that of normal control. After 6 weeks treatment, the above index declined but was still higher than control. The CPT results before treatment were related to plasma level of alcohol when admitted, age and history of alcohol use. Conclusion: Alcohol dose damage to the attention of patients in dependence.