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Amyloid-Beta Accumulation

Meaning

Amyloid-beta accumulation is the pathological aggregation of misfolded amyloid-beta peptides into insoluble plaques primarily within the brain parenchyma. This protein deposition is a hallmark feature of neurodegenerative conditions, significantly contributing to neuronal dysfunction and loss. The progressive build-up disrupts cellular communication and triggers chronic inflammatory responses in the central nervous system. Clinical implications relate directly to cognitive decline and the progression of diseases like Alzheimer’s.