A 2018 Pediatrics meta‑analysis of 18 studies (3,366 preterm children) found an autism spectrum disorder prevalence of 7% using diagnostic tools (median GA 28 weeks). This is well above general‑population estimates and signals a concentrated risk in preterm cohorts.
— Quantifying elevated ASD risk in preterm infants informs neonatal follow‑up policy, early screening, and the allocation of autism services.
2018.09.07
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The paper reports a pooled ASD prevalence of 7% (95% CI 4–9%) among preterm infants, with no detectable publication bias by funnel plot/Egger’s test.
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