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Alzheimer Disease
Researchers find physical proof of mild cognitive impairment is predecessor to Alzheimer
June 2nd, 2006
A study led by the Mayo Clinic demonstrates that mild cognitive impairment, a memory disorder considered a strong early predictor of Alzheimer disease, not only results in behavioral symptoms, but also structural changes that can be identified in the brain. Findings were published in a recent issue of Archives of Neurology. "I think our study provides an anatomical basis for the clinical condition of mild cognitive impairment," said Joseph Parisi, MD, Mayo Clinic neuropathologist and study investigator. "This shows that there are structural changes in the brains of patients who may develop Alzheimer disease." This study, funded by the National...
Source: Medicine & Law Weekly (2006-06-02)
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