Beta-amyloid deposits in the brain are characteristically associated with which condition?
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Correct answer: Alzheimer disease
Beta-amyloid plaques are a hallmark of Alzheimer disease. These extracellular deposits contribute to neurodegeneration and cognitive decline.
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