Very Premature Babies At Greater Risk For Autism, Karolinska University Hospital Study
Babies born very prematurely are at higher risk for developing autism spectrum disorder, a new study suggests.
Researchers found differences in the brains of babies born before 27 weeks' gestation who were later diagnosed with the disorder, commonly known as autism.
Autism is usually linked with genetic factors, but the study's authors suggested birth weight and complications can increase children's risk for the condition.
Researchers found differences in the brains of babies born before 27 weeks' gestation who were later diagnosed with the disorder, commonly known as autism.
Autism is usually linked with genetic factors, but the study's authors suggested birth weight and complications can increase children's risk for the condition.