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Relaxin polymorphisms associated with metabolic disturbance in patients treated with antipsychotics.
Journal of psychopharmacology (Oxford, England) - 1 Mar 2012
Munro Janet, Skrobot Olivia, Sanyoura May, Kay Victoria, Susce Margaret T, Glaser Paul E A, de Leon Jose, Blakemore Alexandra I F, Arranz Maria J
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People with schizophrenia have an increased risk of metabolic syndrome, with consequent elevated morbidity and mortality, largely due to cardiovascular disease. Metabolic disorders comprise obesity, dyslipidemia and elevated levels of triglycerides, hypertension, and disturbed insulin and glucose metabolism. The elevated risk of metabolic syndrome in individuals suffering from schizophrenia is believed to be...
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