Alzheimers disease, artwork

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Alzheimers disease, artwork

Alzheimers disease. Computer artwork of a vertical (coronal) slice through the brain of an Alzheimer patient (left) compared with a normal brain (right). The brain affected by Alzheimers is considerably shrunken, due to the degeneration and death of nerve cells (red). Apart from a decrease in brain volume, the surface of the brain is often more deeply folded. Tangled protein filaments (neurofibrillary tangles) occur within nerve cells and patients also develop brain lesions of beta-amyloid protein. Alzheimers disease accounts for most cases of senile dementia. Symptoms include memory loss, disorientation, personality change and delusion. It ultimately leads to death

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Affected Alzheimers Disease Cerebral Atrophy Cerebrum Compare Compared Comparing Comparison Coronal Degeneration Dementia Senile Dementia Terminal Vertical Abnormal Brain Condition Disorder Health Care Neurology Section Sectioned Shrunken Unhealthy

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the stark contrast between a healthy brain and one ravaged by Alzheimer's disease. In this computer artwork, a vertical slice through the brain of an Alzheimer patient is juxtaposed with that of a normal brain. The devastating effects of this neurodegenerative disorder are immediately apparent as the diseased brain appears considerably shrunken, highlighting the degeneration and death of nerve cells. Beyond its diminished volume, the surface of the Alzheimer-affected brain exhibits deeper folds, further emphasizing its abnormality. Within nerve cells, tangled protein filaments known as neurofibrillary tangles can be observed alongside lesions formed by beta-amyloid protein. These pathological hallmarks contribute to symptoms such as memory loss, disorientation, personality changes, and delusions experienced by those afflicted with Alzheimer's disease. As the most common cause of senile dementia, this terminal condition ultimately leads to death. This thought-provoking artwork serves not only as an illustration but also as a reminder of the immense impact that Alzheimer's has on individuals and their loved ones. Through this image provided by Science Photo Library, we gain insight into both the biological aspects and medical implications associated with Alzheimer's disease. It prompts us to contemplate our understanding of neurology while underscoring the importance of healthcare advancements in combating disorders like these – offering hope for improved treatments or even prevention strategies in future research endeavors.

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