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What is diffuse cortical dysfunction?

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Cortical dysfunction refers to a problem with the cortex in the brain. It is the part of the brain that controls motor function. This kind of problem is seen with people who have Alzheimer's Disease.

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Diffused means over a wide area or not localized.

Cortical relates to the cerebral cortex.

Dysfunction means not functioning properly.

Diffused cortical dysfunction is the cerebral cortex not working properly over a non-localized section of the brain.

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