Structural Covariance of Sensory Networks, the Cerebellum, and Amygdala in Autism Spectrum Disorder.

ABSTRACT: Sensory dysfunction is a core symptom of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and abnormalities with sensory responsivity and processing can be extremely debilitating to ASD patients and their families. However, relatively little is known about the underlying neuroanatomical and neurophysiological factors that lead to sensory abnormalities in ASD. Investigation into these aspects of ASD could lead to significant advancements in our general knowledge about ASD, as well as provide targets for treatment and inform diagnostic procedures. Thus, the current study aimed to measure the covariation of volumes of brain structures (i.e., structural magnetic resonance imaging) that may be involved in abnormal sensory processing, in order to infer connectivity of these brain regions. Specifically, we quanti

SUBMITTER: Cardon GJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5712069 | biostudies-literature | 2017

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature