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Detection of microglial activation and peripheral inflammation in dementia with Lewy bodies

Takeaway

  • In dementia with Lewy bodies (DLB), there is microglial activation and inflammation in key regions of the brain, and an altered peripheral inflammatory cytokine profile.

Why this matters

  • Further research into the role of inflammation in DLB could aid development of therapeutics to modify disease progression in dementia.