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The Aging Brain and Neurodegenerative Disorders

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Neuroimaging

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Both the aging brain and neurodegenerative disorders are characterized by a lack of longevity of affected neurons resulting in their death.1 Neuronal shrinkage or atrophy and death are both normal and inevitable aspects of “successful” aging. This is distinct from the unexpected, excessive, and premature, in neurodegenerative disorders.

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    Robert A. Zimmerman MD (Professor of Radiology, Chief, Neuroradiology & MRI) (Professor of Radiology, Chief, Neuroradiology & MRI)

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    Raymond F. Carmody MD (Professor of Radiology) (Professor of Radiology)

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