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This study aims to compare the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder in children with epilepsy to those without, examining related factors like sex ratios and intellectual disability.

May 8, 2026

Prevalence of autism in children with epilepsy: A population‐based study

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This study aims to compare the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder in children with epilepsy to those without, examining related factors like sex ratios and intellectual disability.
Clinical diagnoses and chart review were used to assess the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder.
Sex, intellectual disability (IQ < 70), and age at ASD onset were evaluated in both groups.
Children with epilepsy were diagnosed with ASD at a younger age (mean 7 years 5 months vs 8 years 8 months).
There is a frequent association between co-occurring ASD and intellectual disability, along with a reduced male predominance.

Resumen

AIMS: To compare the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children with and without epilepsy using clinical diagnoses and chart review with research-defined criteria and to examine sex ratios, age at ASD onset, and intellectual disability between groups. METHOD: , we assessed sex, intellectual disability (IQ < 70), and age at ASD onset. Means and proportions are reported when available. RESULTS: criteria at a younger age (mean 7 years 5 months vs 8 years 8 months). INTERPRETATION: Co-occurring ASD and epilepsy are frequently associated with intellectual disability, earlier age at ASD diagnosis, and reduced male predominance.

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