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These 4 Distinct Patterns May Signal Alzheimer’s According to Science : ScienceAlert

Last updated: July 28, 2025 3:45 pm
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Identifying Key Pathways to Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that currently has no cure. However, early detection plays a crucial role in studying the disease and providing patients and families with the necessary support and planning time. Recent research conducted by US scientists has revealed four distinct medical sequences that can predict the onset of Alzheimer’s disease.

The study, which analyzed health records of 24,473 individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, aimed to identify patterns leading up to the diagnosis and how various factors combined in sequence. Mingzhou Fu, a bioinformatician at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), emphasized the importance of multi-step trajectories in indicating greater risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease compared to single conditions.

Four Trajectory Clusters

The researchers identified four “trajectory clusters” representing different routes to Alzheimer’s, akin to step-by-step directions on a map. These clusters encompassed mental health, encephalopathy, mild cognitive impairment, and vascular disease. Analysis of a separate dataset across the US revealed that individuals following these trajectories had a significantly higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s.

Utilizing an algorithmic approach called dynamic time warping, the researchers standardized the duration and sequence of health issues in the database records to uncover patterns among patients. For instance, the mental health cluster often began with anxiety, leading to depression and eventually Alzheimer’s. Similarly, conditions like hypertension and joint disorders were common starting points in the vascular cluster.

Potential for Early Detection and Intervention

The study’s findings hold promise for improving risk assessment, timely diagnosis, and targeted interventions for Alzheimer’s disease. By understanding the distinct and interconnected pathways to the disease, healthcare professionals can enhance Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and potentially implement preventive measures along the progression route.

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While the identified clusters do not guarantee the development of Alzheimer’s or establish direct cause and effect relationships, they offer valuable insights for future assessments of patients. Further research involving broader groups of individuals with and without Alzheimer’s will help validate these findings and expand the study to encompass various types of dementia.

Ultimately, recognizing sequential patterns rather than isolated diagnoses can aid clinicians in enhancing Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and treatment strategies. The research, published in eBioMedicine, marks a significant step towards understanding and combating this devastating disease.

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