A Comparative Analysis of Multimodal Imaging Techniques in the Diagnostics of Early Stage Alzheimer's Disease

Authors

  • Jordan Young Professor
  • David Baker MD
  • Kai Green Dr. Sc
  • Cameron Jackson PhD

Keywords:

Alzheimer's Disease, Diagnostic Imaging, Positron Emission Tomography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Computed Tomography, Neurodegeneration, Cognitive Decline, Early Diagnosis

Abstract

The increasing prevalence of Alzheimer's disease (AD) globally underscores the urgent need for effective diagnostic modalities. This study conducts a comparative analysis of multimodal imaging techniques, specifically PET, MRI, and CT, to evaluate their efficacy in early-stage AD diagnosis. Through a systematic review of existing literature and a meta-analysis of diagnostic accuracy, we identified significant differences in sensitivity and specificity across the imaging modalities. PET demonstrated superior early detection capabilities compared to MRI and CT, potentially guiding timely therapeutic interventions. Our findings advocate for the integration of multimodal imaging strategies in clinical practice for enhanced diagnostic precision in Alzheimer’s disease.

Author Biographies

Jordan Young, Professor

Professor
Humboldt University of Berlin
Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin, Germany

David Baker, MD

MD
University of Cambridge
The Old Schools, Trinity Ln, Cambridge CB2 1TN, United Kingdom

Kai Green, Dr. Sc

Dr. Sc
Johns Hopkins University
3400 N Charles St, Baltimore, MD 21218, United States

Cameron Jackson, PhD

PhD
University of Toronto
27 King's College Cir, Toronto, ON M5S 1A1, Canada

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Published

2024-12-18

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