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00925njm 22002777a 4500 dc Magán Maganto, María Carmen author Canal Bedia, Ricardo author Bejarano Martín, Álvaro author Martín Cilleros, María Victoria author Hernández Fabián, Aránzazu author Calvarro Castañeda, Andrea Luz author Roeyers, Herbert author Jenaro Río, Cristina author Posada de la Paz, Manuel author 2023 [EN]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. Health Sci Rep. 2023 Mar 2;6(3):e1143. 2398-8835 http://hdl.handle.net/10366/155586 10.1002/hsr2.1143 2398-8835 Autistic spectrum disorder Epidemiology Neuropsychology Preterm birth Predictors of autism spectrum disorder diagnosis in a spanish sample of preterm children with very low birthweight: A cross‐sectional study