Could Schizophrenia Be a Viral Zoonosis Transmitted From House Cats

作者: E. F. Torrey , R. H. Yolken

DOI: 10.1093/SCHBUL/21.2.167

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摘要: Studies have suggested that some cases of schizophrenia may be caused by viruses. We hypothesize such viral zoonosis transmitted primarily from house cats. Epidemiological aspects and a case-control questionnaire support this hypothesis.

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