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Hospitalizations of children with autism increased from 1999 to 2009

Aaron M Nayfack, Lynne C Huffman, Heidi M Feldman

    Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders
    |October 15, 2013
    PubMed

    Insights

    Hospitalizations for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) nearly tripled over a decade, unlike other developmental conditions. Mental health and nervous system disorders were leading diagnoses, highlighting the need for integrated care.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Health
    • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
    • Healthcare Services Research

    Background:

    • Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition.
    • Understanding hospitalization trends in children with ASD is crucial for resource allocation and care planning.
    • Previous research has not fully elucidated the changing patterns of hospitalizations for ASD in comparison to other developmental disabilities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze trends in hospital discharges for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
    • To compare hospitalization rates and diagnoses in children with ASD against those with cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, intellectual disability, and the general pediatric population.
    • To identify factors associated with hospitalizations for mental health diagnoses in children with ASD.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of hospital discharge data for pediatric populations.
    • Comparison of ASD hospitalization rates over a 10-year period with control groups.
    • Analysis of leading discharge diagnoses and demographic/geographic predictors for ASD-related hospitalizations.

    Main Results:

    • Hospitalizations for children with ASD increased nearly threefold over 10 years, with a notable rise in older age groups.
    • Hospitalization rates for cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, and intellectual disability remained stable during the study period.
    • Mental health and nervous system disorders were the primary reasons for hospital discharge among children with ASD, with older age, Caucasian ethnicity, and high pediatric bed availability predicting mental health-related admissions.

    Conclusions:

    • The significant increase in ASD hospitalizations, particularly for mental health conditions, necessitates enhanced clinical services.
    • Comprehensive care models are required to address the complex health needs of children with ASD and mitigate costly hospitalizations.
    • Healthcare systems must adapt to the growing demand for specialized services for children with autism spectrum disorder.

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