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The Question of Histopathological Changes in the Testes of Schizophrenics

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  08 February 2018

J. H. Blair
Affiliation:
Clark University
R. C. Sniffen
Affiliation:
Worcester Memorial Hospital
E. H. Cranswick
Affiliation:
Worcester State Hospital
W. Jaffe
Affiliation:
Medical Service, Worcester State Hospital
N. S. Kline
Affiliation:
Worcester State Hospital

Extract

In determining the parameters of structure and function in the group of patients designated as schizophrenic, increasing stress has been laid on endocrinal function. A great deal of work is being done to clarify adrenocortical function. We are about to begin similar studies in respect to thyroid responsivity, using radioactive iodine as an indicator. The present report deals with a third aspect of the endocrine system.

The present study was undertaken to relate testicular changes such as those reported by Hemphill, Reiss and Taylor to adrenocortical and thyroid responsivity.

Type
Part I.—Original Articles
Copyright
Copyright © Royal College of Psychiatrists, 1952 

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