The Molecular Characterization of Intestinal Microflora in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

An abstract of a study by Geraghty et al describing the differences between the intestinal microflora in children with autism as compared to that in typical children is presented. Results indicate that the significantly lower levels of lactobacillus and significantly higher levels of specific Clostr...

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Published in:Journal of the American Dietetic Association 2010-09, Vol.110 (9), p.A55-A55
Main Authors: Geraghty, M.E, Wang, L, Wall, J.B, Taylor, C.A, Young, G, Lane, A.E, Yu, Z
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Autism
Bacteria
Children & youth
Gastroenterology and Hepatology
Gastrointestinal diseases
Internal Medicine
Probiotics
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Summary:An abstract of a study by Geraghty et al describing the differences between the intestinal microflora in children with autism as compared to that in typical children is presented. Results indicate that the significantly lower levels of lactobacillus and significantly higher levels of specific Clostridia suggest possible etiologies for gastrointestinal symptoms in children with autism. Further study is warranted to determine the relationship between these symptoms and gastrointestinal microflora and whether probiotic supplementation would be an efficacious intervention.
ISSN:0002-8223
2212-2672
1878-3570
2212-2680
DOI:10.1016/j.jada.2010.06.201