Imaging study for thinking and brain changes in older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Eyes & vision, Heart & circulation, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at brain scans and eye/eye-nerve findings to understand why thinking can change with aging. It may help researchers connect eye and brain changes, which could guide future ways to prevent or detect dementia early.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult age 40 or older
- You have not been diagnosed with dementia
- You have not had a stroke (either a blocked vessel or bleeding in the brain)
- You can safely get an MRI scan (no MRI safety problems)
- You have not had a serious head injury with loss of consciousness or brain surgery
- You do not have cancer
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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