Could a short burst of radiation slow Alzheimer's? small study investigates

NCT ID NCT03352258

First seen Apr 28, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This small pilot study tested whether a short course of low-dose radiation to the brain could reduce amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Twenty people with early-stage Alzheimer's and confirmed amyloid buildup took part. The main goals were to check safety and see if brain scans showed a decrease in amyloid after treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Geneva University Hospital

    Geneva, 1211, Switzerland

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