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BDNF genotype and tDCS interaction in aphasia treatment.
Brain stimulation - 1 Jan 2000
Fridriksson Julius, Elm Jordan, Stark Brielle C, Basilakos Alexandra, Rorden Chris, Sen Souvik, George Mark S, Gottfried Michelle, Bonilha Leonardo
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BACKGROUND: Several studies, including a randomized controlled trial by our group, support applying anodal tDCS (A-tDCS) to the left hemisphere during behavioral aphasia treatment to improve outcomes. A clear mechanism explaining A-tDCS's efficacy has not been established, but modulation of neuroplasticity may be involved. OBJECTIVE/HYPOTHESIS: The brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) gene influences...
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