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Moneek Madra1, Roey Ringel2, Kara Gross Margolis1
1Department of Pediatrics, Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, 622 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10025, USA; Institute of Human Nutrition, Columbia University Irving Medical Center, 630 West 168th Street, PH1512E, New York, NY 10032, USA.
The Psychiatric Clinics of North America
|February 2, 2021
Summary
Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders frequently co-occur with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), potentially worsening symptoms. Addressing GI issues in ASD may significantly improve behavioral outcomes and quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Neurogastroenterology
- Developmental Pediatrics
Background:
- Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders are highly prevalent in individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
- These comorbidities can exacerbate ASD symptoms, clinical manifestations, and reduce quality of life.
- Understanding GI presentation and effective therapies is crucial for clinicians.
Purpose of the Study:
- To discuss common GI disorders associated with ASD.
- To outline the clinical presentation of these GI issues.
- To review studied risk factors for GI disorders in ASD.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on GI disorders in ASD.
- Analysis of clinical presentations and risk factors.
- Synthesis of current understanding of the comorbidity.
Main Results:
- Identified common GI disorders in ASD populations.
- Described characteristic symptoms and presentations.
- Summarized key risk factors implicated in GI issues within ASD.
Conclusions:
- Effective management of GI disorders in ASD can lead to significant improvements in behavioral outcomes.
- Further research is needed to elucidate causal mechanisms and optimize treatment strategies.
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