Research Article: Genetic Susceptibility to Tardive Dyskinesia and Cognitive Impairments in Chinese Han Schizophrenia: Role of Oxidative Stress-Related and Adenosine Receptor Genes
Introduction:
Tardive Dyskinesia (TD) is a serious rhythmic movement disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive, purposeless movements of the face, trunk, and extremities. The prevalence of TD varies by population, with an average worldwide prevalence of .%, and a higher prevalence in the Chinese population, at %. Long-term use of antipsychotic medications is a well-established risk factor for the development of TD in patients with schizophrenia (SCZ). Age, females, duration of illness, smoking, and drug type have also…
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