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[Autonomic infantilism]

I Popov

    Medicinski Pregled
    |January 1, 1989
    PubMed

    Insights

    Infantilism, a developmental delay, was first described mid-20th century. Vegetative infantilism, a specific form, results from the vegetative nervous system

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Developmental Biology
    • Neuroscience

    Context:

    • The term 'infantilism' was introduced in the mid-20th century to describe developmental delays.
    • Various forms of infantilism have been documented, including dysharmonious, organic, and endocrine types.
    • I. Popov defined 'vegetative infantilism' in 1976 as a distinct form related to the vegetative nervous system.

    Purpose:

    • To define and explore the concept of vegetative infantilism.
    • To establish a theoretical basis for understanding heterogeneous developmental issues linked to vegetative nervous system retardation.

    Summary:

    • Infantilism signifies retardation in physical and/or psychic development, presenting childhood characteristics in adolescents.
    • Vegetative infantilism specifically refers to developmental delays in the autonomic nervous system.
    • This condition underlies various manifestations, including respiratory spasms, encopresis, enuresis, and cardiovascular/digestive disturbances.

    Impact:

    • Provides a framework for understanding a range of developmental disorders.
    • Highlights the crucial role of the vegetative nervous system in child development.
    • Facilitates the diagnosis and management of conditions associated with vegetative nervous system dysfunction.

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