Heterogeneity and convergence across seven neuroimaging modalities: a review of the autism spectrum disorder literature.

ABSTRACT:

Background

A growing body of literature classifies autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as a heterogeneous, complex neurodevelopmental disorder that often is identified prior to three years of age. We aim to provide a narrative review of key structural and functional properties that differentiate the neuroimaging profile of autistic youth from their typically developing (TD) peers across different neuroimaging modalities.

Methods

Relevant studies were identified by searching for key terms in PubMed, with the most recent search conducted on September 1, 2023. Original research papers were included if they applied at least one of seven neuroimaging modalities (structural MRI, functional MRI, DTI, MRS, fNIRS, MEG, EEG) to compare autistic children or those with a family history of AS

SUBMITTER: Halliday AR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11521827 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature