Cerebral atrophy means there has been loss of brain tissue volume over time.
Symptoms depend on the cause and may include memory problems, confusion, personality change, difficulty speaking, seizures, weakness, or problems with day-to-day functioning.
Imaging helps show whether brain volume loss is present, whether it is mild or more pronounced, and whether the pattern suggests a particular neurological condition.
CT and MRI can show widened spaces and reduced brain volume, though the importance depends on age, symptoms, and pattern.
The finding may be age-related or linked to neurological disease, so management depends on the clinical picture rather than the image alone.
This entry explains the word. If it appeared on your report, the next step is getting that report interpreted for your case.
