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Brain’s protective barrier stays leaky for years after playing contact sports
Researchers found blood-brain barrier leakiness linked to immune response and cognitive decline in retired contact-sport athletes after an average of 12 years.
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Scientists may have found an explanation for why boxers, rugby players and other athletes are more likely to suffer from dementia-like illnesses than others – even long after they have stopped playing their sport. The delicate blood-brain barrier appears to play a role.
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How Blood-Brain Barrier Failure Drives CTE in Athletes
A new study identifies a leaky blood-brain barrier as the "missing link" between repetitive head impacts and dementia in retired athletes. Researchers found that this persistent leakage triggers a toxic buildup of proteins, offering a new target for early diagnosis and treatment.
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