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Drug donanemab seen as turning point in dementia fight (bbc.co.uk)
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chiffed 1 points 46m ago
Can someone explain the significance of the trials for the layperson?
WoolyLawnsChi 1 points 26m ago
infusion of anti-bodies cleans up the plague build up in the brain that is associated with the disease
slows progression of the disease by 30%, which considering the age of many when diagnosed, is significant.
Means, more 'productive' years (and a greater chance to die of something else before significant decline sets in)
EDIT: there are significant risks/side effects including brain swelling and chance of death
slows progression of the disease by 30%, which considering the age of many when diagnosed, is significant.
Means, more 'productive' years (and a greater chance to die of something else before significant decline sets in)
EDIT: there are significant risks/side effects including brain swelling and chance of death
Hellofriendinternet 1 points 12m ago
It looks like it’s showing promise as a supplemental treatment a la Aricept. There will probably never be a “cure” for Alzheimer’s but the results for this looks pretty good. It slows cognitive decline by 35% at 72 weeks if treatment is started early.
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