Cesarean Deliveries May Be Associated with Higher Risk of Autism and ADHD, Says Study
September 18, 2019 | Strategic Insights for Health System
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What's the news. Cesarean delivery may be associated with an increased risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) compared with vaginal delivery, regardless of whether the procedure is elective or emergency, says an August 28, 2019, original investigation in JAMA Network Open.