neurodegeneration
/ˌnjʊərəʊˌdiːdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən/
Definition
The progressive loss of structure or function of neurons in the brain or nervous system, which contributes to chronic non-communicable diseases.
Etymology
The word is a combination of the Greek 'neuron' (nerve) and the Latin 'degenerare' (to depart from one's kind or decline). It entered modern medical terminology to describe the physiological deterioration of nervous tissue.
In the news
In this article, neurodegeneration is listed as a major chronic disease that the authors hope to better manage by tracking metabolic health through the glucose ketone index. It represents the type of complex, long-term health condition that may be influenced by mitochondrial dysfunction.
Frontiers in Science: Simple test could help track metabolic health in cancer and chronic disease
Read the full article ↗Frontiers