Alzheimer's signs may be detected early
Early signs of Alzheimer’s disease may be detected by a new computer-aided analysis. The cell damage caused by Alzheimer’s disease can be analysed according to an article on the BBC, which could lead to earlier diagnosis and the most effective treatment being given. Dr Min-Ying Su (researcher) said “Our methods may aid in earlier diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, allowing earlier intervention to slow down disease progression.”
This could be used to tailor treatments to individual patients. Susanne Sorenson, of the Alzheimer’s Society, said “More research will be required, but it is possible that as more scanners become available it could contribute to providing a diagnosis at an earlier stage of the disease.”
