HOME

A groundbreaking review suggests microplastics may be triggering vascular dementia by damaging cerebral blood vessels. Researchers have developed new classifications for the disease that could revolutionize diagnosis and treatment approaches, with significant implications for understanding dementia progression.

New Framework for Understanding Vascular Dementia

Researchers are proposing a new approach to understanding vascular dementia, one of the most common yet understudied forms of cognitive decline, according to a recent comprehensive review. Neuropathologist Elaine Bearer from the University of New Mexico has developed novel categorizations for the disease, each with distinct pathological characteristics that could transform how medical professionals diagnose and treat the condition.