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    Is Autism hiding in a Fold of the Brain?

    January 13, 2016, Categories  Biology/Biotechnology, Health/Medical

    Mapping of cortical fold depths. In green: sulcal pits (the deepest point of each fold). In red: localization of the abnormality detected in autistic children (in Broca's area). Credit: © SCALP team / INT

    Mapping of cortical fold depths. In green: sulcal pits (the deepest point of each fold). In red: localization of the abnormality detected in autistic children (in Broca’s area). Credit: © SCALP team / INT

    Scientists have identified a cerebral marker specific to autism that can be detected by MRI present from 2 yo. The abnormality consists in a less deep fold in Broca’s area, a region of the brain specialized in language and communication, functions that are impaired in autistic patients. This discovery may assist in the earlier diagnosis and management of these patients...

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