Open-access Guidelines for the use and interpretation of Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers in clinical practice in Brazil: recommendations from the Scientific Department of Cognitive Neurology and Aging of the Brazilian Academy of Neurology

Diretrizes para o uso e interpretação dos biomarcadores da doença de Alzheimer na prática clínica no Brasil: recomendações do Departamento Científico de Neurologia Cognitiva e do Envelhecimento da Academia Brasileira de Neurologia

In recent years, the diagnostic accuracy of Alzheimer’s disease has been enhanced by the development of different types of biomarkers that indicate the presence of neuropathological processes. In addition to improving patient selection for clinical trials, biomarkers can assess the effects of new treatments on pathological processes. However, there is concern about the indiscriminate and poorly supported use of biomarkers, especially in asymptomatic individuals or those with subjective cognitive decline. Difficulties interpreting these tests, high costs, and unequal access make this scenario even more challenging in healthcare. This article presents the recommendations from the Scientific Department of Cognitive Neurology and Aging of the Brazilian Academy of Neurology (Departamento Científico de Neurologia Cognitiva e Envelhecimento da Academia Brasileira de Neurologia) regarding the rational use and interpretation of Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers in clinical practice. The clinical diagnosis of cognitive-behavioral syndrome is recommended as the initial step to guide the request for biomarkers.

Keywords:
Alzheimer Disease; Cognitive Dysfunction; Diagnosis; Biomarkers; Neuroimaging

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