He University Hospital of Navarra incorporated a new PET At Neurology DepartmentA innovative tool detect the disease early Alzheimer inside public health system. PET, known for its high precision In this type of diagnosis, it allows to identify the abnormal amyloid deposition in the brain, characteristic of the disease.
Although not routinely practiced, this technique is essential in selected cases, in addition to others such as determination of biomarkers in the cerebrospinal fluid.
The provincial government emphasizes that the early detection It is crucial to initiate treatments when they are available. In NavarreThere is 3,275 people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease53% of whom are over 85 years old. This Saturday, on the occasion of World Alzheimer’s DayThe Palacio de Navarra will light up green to support the cause.
Furthermore, the Neuroepigenetics Unit Navarrabiomed has acquired equipment for advance the diagnosis through blood biomarkersless invasive. It Neurology Department HUN is also preparing for start clinical trials soon, while recognizing the important role of professionals primary care at all stages of the disease.
