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Polymorphism C in the serotonin transporter gene in depression-free elderly patients with vascular dementia.
Dementia and geriatric cognitive disorders - 1 Jan 2010
Seripa Davide, Matera Maria Giovanna, D'Onofrio Grazia, Sancarlo Daniele, Bizzarro Alessandra, Cascavilla Leandro, Paris Francesco, Gravina Carolina, Bonghi Loriana, Capurso Cristiano, Solfrizzi Vincenzo, Daniele Antonio, Masullo Carlo, Panza Francesco, Pilotto Alberto
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Genotypes of the solute carrier family 6 (neurotransmitter transporter, serotonin) member 4 (SLC6A4) have been variously associated with depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, memory impairment, and anxiety. Less clear are data regarding their association with severe dementia, in...
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