Abnormal serotonin transporter availability in the brains of adults with conduct disorder
Journal
Journal of the Formosan Medical Association
Journal Volume
116
Journal Issue
6
Pages
469-475
Date Issued
2017
Author(s)
Abstract
BACKGROUND/PURPOSE: The aims of the current study were to determine whether patients with conduct disorder (CD) showed an abnormal availability of serotonin reuptake transporter (SERT), and if their hyperkinetic symptoms, impulsivity, and quality of life were correlated with the availability of SERT. METHODS: F]-ADAM was arranged for SERT imaging. RESULTS: SERT availability was significantly reduced in the striatum and midbrain of patients with CD. Quality of life and inattention symptoms were also significantly correlated with the availability of SERT in the prefrontal cortex. CONCLUSION: The study suggested that a reduction in the availability of SERT might be associated with CD and could potentially predict poor quality of life or symptoms of inattention for these patients. The implications of our results might be limited to individuals with CD; a future study with a larger sample to validate our preliminary results is warranted.
Type
journal article