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What Research Is Being Done On Picks Disease?

The NINDS conducts and supports research to learn more about the cause, prevention, and treatment of dementing disorders such as Pick's disease. NINDS investigators are currently conducting a pathogenetic study of Pick's disease patients. The study includes cerebral imaging with positron emission tomography, and experimental therapeutic interventions. The National Institute on Aging also conducts research relevant to Pick's disease.

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NIA/National Institute on Aging

NIH
Bldg. 31, Rm. 5C27
Bethesda MD 20892-2292
www.nih.gov/nia
Tel: 301-496-1752

National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)

P.O. Box 8923
(100 Route 37)
New Fairfield CT 06812-8923
orphan@rarediseases.org
www.rarediseases.org
Tel: 203-746-6518 800-999-NORD (-6673)
Fax: 203-746-6481

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