The Potential Role of Probiotics in the Management of Childhood Autism Spectrum Disorders

Gastrointestinal (GI) dysfunction has been reported in a substantial number of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Activation of the mucosal immune response and the presence of abnormal gut microbiota are repeatedly observed in these children. In children with ASD, the presence of GI dysf...

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Main Authors: J. William Critchfield, Saskia van Hemert, Michael Ash, Linda Mulder, Paul Ashwood
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2011-01-01
Series:Gastroenterology Research and Practice
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2011/161358