Recent advance in relations of intestinal flora with autism spectrum disorders in children / 中华神经医学杂志

ABSTRACT

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a serious neurodevelopmental disorder. Although its etiology and mechanism are still unclear, children with ASD often show gastrointestinal problems and immune disorders. Studies have shown that intestinal flora and its metabolites are not only associated with gastrointestinal problems, but also with autistic behavioral symptoms. In addition, maternal infections may increase the risk of ASD in offspring. This review focuses on the possible mechanism of intestinal flora influencing ASD and several possible methods related to intestinal flora for treatment of ASD in children, in order to provide new ideas for the treatment or prevention of autism children.