Sound waves aim to clear Alzheimer's brain clogs
NCT ID NCT06600880
First seen May 25, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026
Summary
This early-stage study tests whether focused ultrasound can safely open the blood-brain barrier in 6 people with early Alzheimer's. The goal is to see if this temporary opening helps clear harmful amyloid and tau proteins from the brain. Researchers will also check for side effects and measure protein changes using PET scans.
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Columbia University Irving Medical Center
New York, New York, 10032, United States
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