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Şizofreni Etyolojisinde Mikrobiyotanın Rolü
The Role of Microbiota in the Etiology of Schizophrenia

Author(s): Şükrü Kartalcı
Subject(s): Psychology, Clinical psychology
Published by: Çukurova Universitesi Tip Fakultesi Psikiyatri Anabilim Dalı
Keywords: microbiota; gut-brain axis; schizophrenia; etiology;

Summary/Abstract: In recent years, the role of microbiota in the etiology of schizophrenia has been a focus of investigation. It is now increasingly recognized that bidirectional communication exists between brain and gut microbiota. Evidence that indicate possible microbiota alteration in schizophrenia includes structural damage to the gastrointestinal tract, a heightened immune response to infectious pathogens and food antigens. It is proposed that an altered microbiome may contribute to abnormalities in metabolic function in schizophrenia. The aim of this article is to review recent literature on connection of the microbiota and schizophrenia.

  • Issue Year: 10/2018
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 255-268
  • Page Count: 14
  • Language: Turkish