Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurologic disorder causing atrophy of the brain cells. This results in dementia, continuous decline in thinking, behavioral and social skills required to function independently. Do you know the risk factors associated with Alzheimer’s disease? Read this article to know more. Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a brain disease and another form of dementia, affecting millions of people worldwide, out of which 60% to 70% represents all dementia cases.
It is considered a growing health concern among the elderly. According to the WHO, approximately 70% of the world’s population aged 60 and above are affected by AD. This disease is characterized by the presence of amyloid plaques and neurofibrillary agglomerates between the neurons. Pathophysiology of AD The pathophysiology of AD involves the injury and death of neurons, which initiates in the hippocampus region…
