Brain scan study aims to improve dementia care for all

NCT ID NCT04426539

First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looked at over 6,000 Medicare patients with mild cognitive impairment or dementia to see how amyloid PET scans affect their care and health outcomes. Researchers compared results between different racial and ethnic groups to improve precision in diagnosis and treatment. The goal was to understand how these brain scans can better guide patient care in a diverse population.

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    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19103, United States

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