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The apolipoprotein E polymorphism is not associated with response to electroconvulsive therapy in major depressive disorder.
The journal of ECT - 1 Mar 2005
Huuhka Martti, Anttila Sami, Leinonen Esa, Huuhka Kaija, Rontu Riikka, Mattila Kari M, Huhtala Heini, Lehtimäki Terho
Abstract excerpt
The apolipoprotein E (APOE) polymorphism is associated with neurodegenerative diseases. Its role regarding psychiatric disorders is controversial. It has been suggested to affect antidepressant treatment response and response to electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). In the present study, the association between APOE polymorphism and response to ECT in 119 patients with major depressive disorder was investigated....
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