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Insight into susceptibility genes associated with bipolar disorder: a systematic review
1Innovation Sciences and Technologies, University of Cagliari, Cagliari, Italy. gocekalcev@yahoo.com.
European Review for Medical and Pharmacological Sciences
|October 4, 2021
Summary
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a serious condition with high mortality risks. This review summarizes genetic risk factors for BD, highlighting the need for further research into molecular mechanisms.
Area of Science:
- Genetics
- Psychiatry
- Molecular Biology
Background:
- Bipolar disorder (BD) is a severe mental health condition associated with increased mortality and suicide risk.
- Genetic factors are increasingly recognized as significant contributors to BD susceptibility.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and assess the quality of evidence from meta-analyses and systematic reviews on genetic risk factors for bipolar disorder.
- To identify key genes and biological pathways implicated in BD.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive literature search was conducted on PubMed/Medline and Web of Science for systematic reviews and meta-analyses published between 2013 and 2019.
- Standard methodologies were employed for data synthesis and quality assessment.
Main Results:
- Identified numerous potential susceptibility genes for BD, including ZNF804A.
- Highlighted the involvement of genes in calcium signaling, DNA methylation, and those common to both BD and schizophrenia.
- Noted genes associated with suicide risk, early-onset BD, cognitive function, brain structure, and lithium response in BD patients.
Conclusions:
- Further research is crucial to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying the role of genetic variants in BD.
- Replication of findings is necessary to validate the identified genetic associations and their clinical relevance.
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