Alzheimers disease brain, coloured CT scan
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Alzheimers disease brain, coloured CT scan
Alzheimers disease brain, coloured computed tomography (CT) scan. This is the brain of an 81 year old woman. The front of the brain is at top. Alzheimers disease is a common cause of dementia in the elderly. It causes loss of brain mass, which causes the fluid-filled ventricles (yellow, at centre) to grow larger as the brain shrinks. Yellow gaps in brain tissue are also seen. This brain shrinkage leads to memory loss, disorientation, confusion and ultimately death. There is no cure for the condition. CT scanning uses multiple X-ray beams passed through the body at different angles to build up slice images through the area being studied
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This print showcases a coloured CT scan of an Alzheimer's disease brain belonging to an 81-year-old woman. The image reveals the front of the brain at the top, providing valuable insights into this common cause of dementia in elderly individuals. As Alzheimer's disease progresses, it leads to a loss of brain mass, resulting in the enlargement of fluid-filled ventricles depicted in yellow at the center. Additionally, noticeable gaps can be observed within the brain tissue itself. The significant shrinkage experienced by the brain due to this degenerative condition ultimately gives rise to memory loss, disorientation, confusion, and sadly, death. Regrettably, there is currently no cure for Alzheimer's disease. Computed tomography (CT) scanning played a crucial role in capturing this detailed image by utilizing multiple X-ray beams passed through different angles across the body. This process allowed for slice images that effectively highlight various aspects of this aging woman's neural health. As we delve into this thought-provoking visual representation from Science Photo Library, we are reminded of both the fragility and complexity inherent within our own minds. It serves as a poignant reminder that further research and advancements are needed to combat such devastating conditions as Alzheimer's disease and provide hope for those affected by its debilitating effects on cognition and overall well-being.
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