Treatments for mitochondrial dysfunction associated with autism spectrum disorders - Journal of Pediatric Biochemistry - Volume 2, Number 4 / 2012 - IOS Press

Treatments for mitochondrial dysfunction associated with autism spectrum disorders - Journal of Pediatric Biochemistry - Volume 2, Number 4 / 2012 - IOS Press: Mitochondrial disease (MD) and dysfunction are associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and most likely affect a substantial number of children with ASD. The mitochondrion is the powerhouse of the body's cells which supports and is supported by many metabolic systems, so mitochondrial dysfunction can have widespread consequences on cellular metabolism, especially in high energy cells like the brain, gastrointestinal tract and immune system, and especially during critical periods of high energy demand like childhood.