Alzheimers brain, computer artwork
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Alzheimers brain, computer artwork
Alzheimers brain. Computer graphic of a vertical (coronal) slice through the brain of an Alzheimer patient (at left) compared with a normal brain (at right), overlaid a magnetic resonance image of a human head. The Alzheimers disease brain (red) is considerably shrunken, due to the degeneration and death of nerve cells. Apart from a decrease in brain volume, the surface of the brain is often more deeply folded. Tangled protein filaments (neurofibrillary tangles) occur within nerve cells and patients also develop brain lesions of beta- amyloid protein. Alzheimers disease accounts for most cases of senile dementia. Symptoms include memory loss, disorientation, personality change and delusion. It ultimately leads to death
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Alzheimers Disease Atrophy Cerebral Atrophy Cerebrum Dementia Horizontal Magnetic Resonance Image Neurological Disorder Old Age Senile Dementia Brain Sectioned
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This print showcases a computer-generated artwork of an Alzheimer's brain, providing a striking visual comparison between the diseased brain and a normal one. The image depicts a vertical slice through the brains of both an Alzheimer's patient (on the left) and a healthy individual (on the right), superimposed on a magnetic resonance image of a human head. The profound impact of Alzheimer's disease becomes immediately apparent as the red-shaded area representing the affected brain appears significantly shrunken due to nerve cell degeneration and death. Additionally, this degenerative disorder leads to deep folds on the surface of the brain, further highlighting its devastating effects. Within nerve cells, tangled protein filaments called neurofibrillary tangles are observed in patients with Alzheimer's disease. Furthermore, these individuals develop lesions consisting of beta-amyloid protein in their brains. As one of the primary causes of senile dementia, Alzheimer's manifests through various symptoms such as memory loss, disorientation, personality changes, and delusions. Ultimately, it is an ailment that tragically leads to death. Alfred Pasieka masterfully captures this intricate portrayal using his expertise in scientific photography from Science Photo Library. This thought-provoking image not only serves as an educational tool for understanding neurological disorders but also evokes empathy towards those suffering from Alzheimer's disease while emphasizing the urgent need for research and medical advancements in combating this debilitating condition.
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