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Serotonin transporter gene may be involved in short-term risk of subsequent suicide attempts.
Biological psychiatry - 1 Jan 2004
Courtet Philippe, Picot Marie-Christine, Bellivier Frank, Torres Stephane, Jollant Fabrice, Michelon Cécile, Castelnau Didier, Astruc Bernard, Buresi Catherine, Malafosse Alain
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: In the first year following a suicide attempt, patients are at high risk for reattempt and for completed suicide. We aim to determine the predictive value of two serotonin-related genes, the tryptophan hydroxylase (TPH) and serotonin transporter (5-HTTLPR) genes that have been involved in the susceptibility to suicidal behavior. METHODS: After a one-year follow-up study of 103 patients hospitalized...
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