Researchers looking into possible connections between Dementia and high blood pressure appear to have made a breakthrough. For the first time, high blood pressure is linked to Dementia and cognitive decline in specific brain regions.
Brief Outline
A group of scientists utilized X-ray outputs of cerebrums, hereditary examinations, and information from many patients to research the impact of hypertension on the mind.
They discovered areas of the brain that are particularly affected, including those associated with memory loss and thinking skills. Although previous studies have demonstrated that high blood pressure has adverse effects on the brain, this is the first study to pinpoint the most affected areas.
The international study aims to inform researchers working on new treatments for high blood pressure patients with cognitive impairment and identify those most at risk for Dementia. The research team, led by Professor Tomasz Guzik of the Jagiellonian University Medical College in Krakow, Poland, and the University of Edinburgh, gathered data from various sources.
End Note
To determine the effects of high blood pressure on cognitive function, the researchers examined MRI brain scans, genetic analyses, and observational data from thousands of patients. In addition, they compared their findings to those of a large, distinct group of patients in Italy.
An estimated 30% of the world’s population is affected by high blood pressure, with another 30% showing early signs of the condition. It has been demonstrated in several studies that it can alter how our brains work and even cause changes over time.
