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Somatic Comorbidity in Schizophrenia: Some Possible Biological Mechanisms Across the Life Span
31 Mar 2016
Abstract excerpt
Schizophrenia is associated with decreased life expectancy (15-25 y) compared to the general population, with comorbid somatic diseases and in particular cardiovascular diseases being a major cause. Life style and medication probably account for much of the increased mortality risk due to somatic diseases in schizophrenia, but the evidence implicating biological pathways potentially affecting both body and brain...
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