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Ischemic gliotic changes mri, what does it mean?

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White matter change: These are exceedingly common changes found as we age, usually related to advancing atherosclerotic disease affecting the small vessels in the brain. The treatment is to address any high blood pressure or atherosclerosis.

Answered 5/31/2019

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