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Longitudinal study investigating the influence of COMT gene polymorphism on cortical thickness changes in Parkinson's disease over four years.
Scientific reports - 30 Apr 2024
Tajerian Amin
Abstract excerpt
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder affecting over 3% of those over 65. It's caused by reduced dopaminergic neurons and Lewy bodies, leading to motor and non-motor symptoms. The relationship between COMT gene polymorphisms and PD is complex and not fully elucidated. Some studies have reported associations between certain COMT gene variants and PD risk, while others have not found...
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