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Levetiracetam Improves Cognition in Patients With Alzheimer Disease and Epilepsy

Researchers determined the effect of low-dose levetiracetam, an antiseizure drug, on cognitive function in patients with Alzheimer disease with epileptiform activity.

Women Underrepresented in Alzheimer Disease Randomized Clinical Trials

In a systematic review and meta-analysis, researchers assessed the proportion of females to males and sex-stratified results of randomized clinical trials for Alzheimer disease.

Fastball EEG Method Could Increase Early Diagnosis of Alzheimer Disease

Researchers sought to measure recognition memory in patients with Alzheimer disease using Fastball, a new electroencephalogram method developed by UK researchers.

Understanding Alcohol Use and Dementia: From Diagnosis to Patient Education

An overview on the role of alcohol use in dementia, using findings from various studies and expert commentary from Cynthia A. Munro, PhD, ABBP(CN).

Immunoprecipitation Mass-Spec Assays Superior in Detecting CSF and PET Amyloid Abnormality

Researchers compared the performance of brain amyloid-beta (Aβ)42/40 measured using 8 different Aβ assays to detect abnormal brain Aβ status in patients with early Alzheimer disease.

Gantenerumab Designated Breakthrough Therapy for Alzheimer Disease

The FDA has granted Breakthrough Therapy designation to gantenerumab, an anti-amyloid beta antibody, for the treatment of Alzheimer disease.

Migraine Linked to All-Cause Dementia, Alzheimer Disease

Migraine is associated with an increased risk for all-cause dementia and Alzheimer disease, according to research published online.

Neuroimaging Provides Useful Volumetric Measures in Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration

Using MRI, researchers assessed cortical, subcortical, and cerebellar grey matter atrophy in patients with frontotemporal lobar degeneration disorders, including motor neuron disease, with known genetic mutations.

Risk for Dementia Not Increased With Menopausal Hormone Therapy

The risk for developing dementia seems not to be increased in association with menopausal hormone therapy.

MIND Diet Tied to Better Cognitive Function in Older Adults

Adherence to the MIND diet is associated with better memory and thinking skills independent of Alzheimer disease pathology.