Two four-marker haplotypes on 7q36.1 region indicate that the potassium channel gene <it>HERG1 </it>(<it>KCNH2</it>, <it>Kv11.1</it>) is related to schizophrenia: a case control study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The pathobiology of schizophrenia is still unclear. Its current treatment mainly depends on antipsychotic drugs. A leading adverse effect of these medications is the acquired long QT syndrome, which results from the blockade of cardi...

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Main Authors: Ozbek Ugur, Yesilbursa Dogan, Oncu Fatih, Cine Naci, Acuner Tufan, Atalar Fatmahan, Turkcan Solmaz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-05-01
Series:Behavioral and Brain Functions
Online Access:http://www.behavioralandbrainfunctions.com/content/6/1/27