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Transdiagnostic efficacy, durability, and optimal parameters of rTMS for cognitive rehabilitation: A comprehensive meta-analysis.

Brain stimulation·October 17, 2026·PMID 42892417

Why it matters

Cognitive impairment is a major unmet need across many neurological and psychiatric disorders. This meta-analysis provides robust evidence that rTMS can yield modest but sustained cognitive gains, with certain protocols and patient subgroups showing greater benefit. It also highlights a critical gap: subjective cognitive improvement is rarely measured, leaving functional relevance uncertain.

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