Which cerebral artery and branch are typically involved in a patient presenting with incontinence and akinetic mutism, and what side is affected?

Anterior cerebral artery (ACA), typically involving bilateral hemispheric branches. Key diagnostic features include urinary incontinence, abulia, and akinetic mutism. Clinical pearls: ACA strokes can present with personality changes and frontal lobe dysfunction. Common pitfalls include misdiagnosing with psychiatric disorders or neglecting bilateral involvement.