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Predictors of autism spectrum disorder diagnosis in a spanish sample of preterm children with very low birthweight: A cross‐sectional study
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Materia
autistic spectrum disorder,
epidemiology
neuropsychology,
preterm birth
Fecha de publicación
2023
Citación
Magán‐Maganto, M., Canal‐Bedia, R., Bejarano‐Martín, Á., Martín‐Cilleros, M. V., Hernández‐Fabián, A., Calvarro‐Castañeda, A. L., Roeyers, H., Jenaro‐Río, C., & Posada De La Paz, M. (2023). Predictors of autism spectrum disorder diagnosis in a spanish sample of preterm children with very low birthweight: A cross‐sectional study. Health Science Reports, 6(3), e1143. https://doi.org/10.1002/hsr2.1143
Resumen
Background and Aims: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental
disorder with a higher likelihood of being diagnosed in preterm populations. Likewise,
low birthweight has also been connected with an increased likelihood of ASD. The
objectives were to study the frequency and define the relationship between ASD,
gestational age, birthweight, and growth percentiles for preterm children.
Methods: A sample of preterm children with very low birthweight was selected from
the Spanish population at 7–10 years old. Families were contacted from the hospital,
and they were offered an appointment to conduct a neuropsychological assessment.
The children who showed signs of ASD were referred to the diagnostic unit for
differential diagnosis.
Results: A total of 57 children completed full assessments, with 4 confirmed ASD
diagnoses. The estimated prevalence was 7.02%. There were statistically significant
weak correlations between ASD and gestational age (τb = −0.23), and birthweight
(τb = −0.25), suggesting there is a higher likelihood of developing ASD for those born
smaller or earlier in their gestation.
Conclusion: These results could improve ASD detection and outcomes for this
vulnerable population while also supporting and enhancing previous findings.
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2398-8835
DOI
10.1002/hsr2.1143
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