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World J Clin Pediatr. Sep 9, 2023; 12(4): 171-196
Published online Sep 9, 2023. doi: 10.5409/wjcp.v12.i4.171
Published online Sep 9, 2023. doi: 10.5409/wjcp.v12.i4.171
Figure 1 Increase the prevalence of gastrointestinal disorders in children with autism spectrum disorders.
These factors may include genetic variations, abnormal gut-brain axis, dysbiosis, immune dysfunction, food sensitivities, digestive enzyme deficiencies, sensory processing and integration differences, dysautonomia, and abnormal behaviors. GI: Gastrointestinal.
Figure 2 The mutual interaction between autism spectrum disorders and gastrointestinal disorders.
ASD: Autism spectrum disorders.
- Citation: Al-Beltagi M, Saeed NK, Bediwy AS, Elbeltagi R, Alhawamdeh R. Role of gastrointestinal health in managing children with autism spectrum disorder. World J Clin Pediatr 2023; 12(4): 171-196
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2219-2808/full/v12/i4/171.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5409/wjcp.v12.i4.171