Brain atrophy
Domain : Symptoms
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Simplified definition
Refers to a loss of neurons and connections between them, which causes a loss of brain volume.
Source: Houria Aiouaz, for Alzheimer Foundation
Referenced definition
“[…] The morphological presentation of brain parenchymal volume loss that is frequently seen on cross-sectional imaging.”
Source: Radiopaedia. Cerebral atrophy. [Internet]. [cited on Sept 7, 2022].
Context
“There are two main types of brain atrophy: focal atrophy, which occurs in specific brain regions, and generalized atrophy, which occurs across the brain.”
Source: Central Alabama Wellness. Medical news today: what to know about brain atrophy. [Internet]. Jan 8, 2020 [cited on Sept 7, 2022].
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