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Memory screening

Memory screening — check while it can still be reversed

Normal — Source: 같은 촬영 조건에서 비교한 뇌 MRI — 왼쪽부터 정상 · 혈관성 치매 · 진행된 알츠하이머 치매

Normal

혈관성 치매 — Source: 같은 촬영 조건에서 비교한 뇌 MRI — 왼쪽부터 정상 · 혈관성 치매 · 진행된 알츠하이머 치매

혈관성 치매

진행된 알츠하이머 치매 — Source: 같은 촬영 조건에서 비교한 뇌 MRI — 왼쪽부터 정상 · 혈관성 치매 · 진행된 알츠하이머 치매

진행된 알츠하이머 치매

Source : 같은 촬영 조건에서 비교한 뇌 MRI — 왼쪽부터 정상 · 혈관성 치매 · 진행된 알츠하이머 치매

28.4% of those aged 65 and over have mild cognitive impairment, and 10–15% of them progress to dementia each year.

Yet most people come in only once daily life is already affected (45.7%), while only 28.6% come at a very early stage. The reasons for delay are believing it to be natural aging (45.2%) and fear of receiving a diagnosis (26.3%).

Some causes — thyroid disease, vitamin deficiency, depression — are conditions that recover once corrected, so telling them apart comes first.

The new Alzheimer's agents are indicated for mild cognitive impairment through early dementia, so the timing of diagnosis is what determines the range of options available. If changes in memory keep recurring, do not put off finding out why.

뇌의 위쪽 단면에서는 이렇게 다릅니다

Normal — Source: 같은 높이에서 찍은 뇌 MRI — 왼쪽 정상 · 오른쪽 진행된 알츠하이머 치매

Normal

진행된 알츠하이머 치매 — Source: 같은 높이에서 찍은 뇌 MRI — 왼쪽 정상 · 오른쪽 진행된 알츠하이머 치매

진행된 알츠하이머 치매

Source : 같은 높이에서 찍은 뇌 MRI — 왼쪽 정상 · 오른쪽 진행된 알츠하이머 치매

치매는 기억을 담당하는 안쪽 부위만의 문제가 아닙니다. 진행되면 뇌 전체의 부피가 줄어들어, 머리 윗부분을 찍은 단면에서도 뇌고랑(주름 사이 골)이 뚜렷하게 넓어진 것이 보입니다.

뇌와 머리뼈 사이의 빈 공간이 커지고 주름이 가늘어지는데, 이는 뇌세포가 소실되면서 생기는 변화입니다. 신경심리검사 수치와 함께 보면 지금이 어느 단계인지 더 분명해집니다.

What this screening can reveal

These are the conditions that must be ruled out before concluding it is dementia. Among them are quite a few causes that recover once treated.

  • Objective distinction between normal aging and mild cognitive impairment
  • Where cognitive function stands compared with peers of the same age and education
  • Differentiating Alzheimer's disease from vascular cognitive impairment
  • Structural brain changes such as hippocampal atrophy and white matter degeneration
  • Risk of onset by APOE genotype
  • Correctable causes such as hypothyroidism and vitamin B12 deficiency

We recommend this for

Changes in memory are often noticed by family members before the person themselves. If any of the following applies, it is helpful to assess current cognitive function and record it so that future changes can be compared.

  • Those concerned about recent memory decline
  • Those who repeat the same question or often forget appointments
  • Those whose family noticed the change before they did
  • Those with a family history of dementia
  • Those aged 60 and over who want regular cognitive assessment
  • Those who also carry vascular risk factors such as hypertension or diabetes

※ This is general medical information provided for understanding only. The actual screening items and interpretation of results are determined after consultation with a specialist.

Advanced Equipment

  • SIEMENS3T AI MRIWe add AI imaging (Deep Resolve) to a proven Siemens 3T MRI to examine neurological conditions faster and more clearly.
  • MRACerebrovascular and carotid MRAIt accurately evaluates the degree of atherosclerosis, stenosis, structural abnormality, and the presence of aneurysm in the vessels of the brain and neck.
  • Carotid USCarotid UltrasoundCarotid wall thickness and plaque are examined to assess stroke risk.
  • NCS / EMGNerve conduction studiesNerves in the arms, legs, and face are safely stimulated electrically and the responses recorded, establishing whether peripheral nerve damage is present and how severe it is.
  • EPEvoked potential testBy safely stimulating the visual and auditory pathways electrically, damage to the cranial nerves can be identified.
  • EEGAI digital EEGBeyond the conventional identification of epileptiform waveforms, quantitative EEG with the latest AI software aids in assessing brain function in headache, anxiety, and depression.
  • VNGVideo nystagmographyBy recording and analyzing involuntary eye movement on video, this test is useful for distinguishing dizziness disorders such as BPPV and Meniere's disease.
  • HRV / SSRAutonomic Function TestEquipment that objectively assesses the balance between the body's sympathetic and parasympathetic nerves.
  • PWV / ABIArterial elasticity testingBy measuring vessel elasticity and the degree of atherosclerosis, it readily assesses the risk of circulatory disturbance and cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease.
  • Wearable ECG/BPWearable cardiac function testingA micro-sensor continuously analyzes blood pressure and ECG over 24 hours to identify cardiac dysfunction capable of causing a stroke.
  • SNSB / CERADNeuropsychological testingIt distinguishes simple forgetfulness from dementia and objectively evaluates cognitive function including memory.
  • LABBlood and genetic testingWe identify risk factors for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease, including dyslipidemia, and look for high-risk dementia genes in advance so that prevention can begin.