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Aged-Related Physiological Changes: CNS Function

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The central nervous system (CNS) is a complex entity characterised by lots of cells, organised in networks, and has various functions. In this chapter, we will expose CNS normal ageing at a molecular, cellular, and functional level, in order to better understand the interdependence of CNS age-related changes. It will highlight intensive care issues in older people from the point of view of our brain.

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