Noun
rare (usually fatal) brain disease (usually in middle age) caused by an unidentified slow virus; characterized by progressive dementia and gradual loss of muscle control
Source: WordNetAnimal experiments showed that corneas of infected animals could transmit CJD, and the causative agent spreads along visual pathways. Source: Internet
According to the CDC : * CJD occurs worldwide at a rate of about 1 case per million population per year. Source: Internet
A negative biopsy does not rule out CJD, since it may predominate in a specific part of the brain. Source: Internet
But there are also fears—based on animal studies citation —that consuming beef or beef products containing prion particles can also cause the development of classic CJD. Source: Internet
CDC monitors the occurrence of CJD in the United States through periodic reviews of national mortality data. Source: Internet
CJD usually affects people aged 45–75, most commonly appearing in people between the ages of 60–65. Source: Internet