Areas of the lungs outside the alveoli where gas exchange with the blood does not take place. During adulthood, explain why vital capacity changes with age. As one ages, the elastic fibers in the lung gradually decrease as well. elastance and greater compliance of the lungs.
Brain aneurysm: An mri/mra of the brain is an excellent screening test for the detection of even small (2-3 mm) brain aneurysms. Some neurosurgeons may recommend a ct angiogram of the brain or even a cerebral angiogram to be absolutely sure of the initial test results. Discuss the best option for you with a cerebrovascular neurosurgeon.
Multiple system atrophy (MSA) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by a combination of symptoms that affect both the autonomic nervous system (the part of the nervous system that controls involuntary action such as blood pressure or digestion) and movement.aTscan can assess the dopamine transporter in a part of the brain called the striatum and can help physicians determine if the condition is caused by a dopamine system disorder; however this test cannot differentiate between MSA and Parkinsonâs disease.