Nutritional Rickets Due to Severe Food Selectivity in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Conclusion: This case exemplifies the extreme orthopedic and metabolic complications that can result from food selectivity in children with ASD, pointing to the need for further research into the prevalence and causes of orthopedic pathology and nutritional rickets in this population. The case also underscores the need for evidence-based guidelines to prevent orthopedic pathology in children with ASD.
Source: Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics - Category: Child Development Tags: Case Report Source Type: research