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The short allele of the serotonin transporter promoter polymorphism influences relapse in alcohol dependence.
Alcohol and alcoholism (Oxford, Oxfordshire) - 1 Jan 2000
Pinto Emmanuel, Reggers Jean, Gorwood Philip, Boni Claudette, Scantamburlo Gabrielle, Pitchot William, Ansseau Marc
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AIMS: The short (S) allele of the serotonin transporter gene promoter polymorphism (5-HTTLPR) contributes to the risk of alcohol dependence and co-occurring clinical features. We studied the putative link between this allele and relapse. METHODS: 48 alcohol-dependent male patients were recruited and genotyped for the 5-HTTLPR. Relapse to alcohol drinking was monitored during 3 months after standardized...
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