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Characterization of Atrophic Changes in the Cerebral Cortex Using Fractal Dimensional Analysis

Richard D King1, Anuh T George, Tina Jeon

  • 1Department of Neurology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390-9129, USA. Center for BrainHealth, University of Texas at Dallas, Dallas, TX, USA.

Brain Imaging and Behavior
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Fractal analysis of brain images reveals significant shape alterations in the cerebral cortex of Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients. This quantitative method, using fractal dimensions, shows promise for detecting disease state and progression.

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