Ben-Gurion U. Researchers Reveal Persistent BBBD in American Football Players (IMAGE)

American Associates, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

Ben-Gurion U. Researchers Reveal Persistent BBBD in American Football Players

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This image of DCE-MRI reveals persistent blood brain barrier disorder in American football players. Using brain imaging techniques and analytical methods, researchers can determine whether football players have CTE by measuring leakage of the blood-brain barrier.

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Ben-Gurion University

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