Because water makes up the majority of human bodies, the amount of diffusion (of water molecules) within tissue is evaluated in MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). Apparent diffusion coefficient (ADC) measurements distinguish diseased or afflicted organs or tissues from normal parenchyma and organs.
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Will mild cerebral atrophy lead to dementia?
Query: Hello doctor, Diffusion-weighted images, ADC maps, and postcontrast sequences were also performed. Findings: There is mild cerebral volume loss and ex vacuo dilatation of ventricular system. There are scattered punctate foci of increased signal intensity within the periventricular and deep subcor... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your MRI shows mild cerebral atrophy with some small vessel disease changes. I would like to know about your memory, speech, gait and urinary symptoms. Are there any abnormalities? These changes are much common at the age of 70 but still, you have to take some precau... Read Full »
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