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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Lauran Neergaard

Alzheimer's drugs might get into the brain faster with new ultrasound tool, study shows

New England Journal of Medicine ©2024

Scientists have found a way to help Alzheimer’s drugs seep inside the brain faster — by temporarily breaching its protective shield.

The novel experiment was a first attempt in just three patients. But in spots in the brain where the new technology took aim, it enhanced removal of Alzheimer’s trademark brain-clogging plaque, researchers reported Wednesday.

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