Brain scans could spot Alzheimer's years before symptoms show
NCT ID NCT01582919
First seen May 17, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study aimed to find very early signs of Alzheimer's disease using brain imaging in older adults who had no memory problems. Researchers scanned the brains of 304 retired farmers in rural France and measured changes in key areas like the hippocampus. The goal was to see if these scans could detect Alzheimer's long before symptoms appear, which could help with earlier diagnosis in the future.
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Groupe Hospitalier Pellegrin - C.H.U. de Bordeaux
Bordeaux, 33000, France
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