Allergic diseases in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Reports of frequent manifestation of allergic diseases in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) have been the subject of mounting clinical interest. However, evidence supporting the association between ADHD and allergies is inconsistent and has yet to be systematically reviewed. The objective of this study was to compile and assess available studies on the association between ADHD and allergic diseases in children.

Methods

A comprehensive search using MEDLINE, EMBASE, the Cochrane library, and CINAHL databases was completed in 23 November 2015. The inclusion criteria for studies were that the research assessed allergic diseases in children, 18 years of age and younger, with a diagnosis of ADHD and that a distinct comparison group was incorp

SUBMITTER: Miyazaki C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5374627 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature