Learning objectives
The aim of this work is to define what is the role of a radiology department in evaluating a patient with cognitive impairment,
in directing the diagnosis towards a specific type of dementia and in planning follow-up.
The diagnostic tests available in the departments of radiology for the assessment of degenerative dementias are computed tomography (CT – CT angiography)andmagnetic resonance (MRI - CEMRA – MR angiography).
The first role of these investigations is to help to exclude other diseases of the brain or other types...
Background
DEFINITION
Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of degenerative dementia.
It is defined as a degenerative process that progressively affects brain cells and therefore brain function,
gradually making the individual who is affected incapable of performing a normal life and eventually causing death due to causes related to the clinical state.
EPIDEMIOLOGY
Epidemiologically except in rare genetic "early-onset" forms (with juvenile onset),
the factor most closely related to the incidence of the disease is age.
Very rare under the age of 65,
its incidence...
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Conclusion
The evaluation of a patient with Alzheimer's disease requires a interdepartmental team with various professional that collegially must cooperate in order to optimize the diagnosis and treatment.
In a radiology department it's required the presence of a neuroradiological team and advanced CT and MR scanner (at least 64 slices MDCT and 1.5 T MR),
in order to maximize the diagnostic possibilities highlighted in the literature.
It is desirable to also work closely with physicians in performing amyloid imaging.
References
Saverio Pollice MD
Department of Radiology and Neuroradiology - "L.
Bonomo" Hospital
Chief Tommaso scarabino MD -ASL BT - Andria (BT) - Italy
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Personal Information
Saverio Pollice MD - Radiologist
Working at: Department of Radiology and Neuroradiology - Andria BT - Italy.
Experienced in : CT NEURO - CT BODY - MR NEURO - MR BODY - MR MUSCULOSKELETAL - CEUS - COLORDOPPLER ULTRASOUNDS.
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