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

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

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https://apnews.com/article/alzheimer-drug-blood-brain-barrier-5374da9b3ffa7d0047d2dfb2313a547e

WASHINGTON (AP) — 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.

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

Wed Jan 3, 10:37pm UTC
https://apnews.com/article/alzheimer-drug-blood-brain-barrier-5374da9b3ffa7d0047d2dfb2313a547e > WASHINGTON (AP) — 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.