Speaker is Prof. Dr. Isabelle Maystadt of Namur University And Center for Human Genetics, Institute of Pathology and Genetics, Gosselies, Belgium
Are autism spectrum disorders written into our genes? If yes, how to decrypt them?
According to the new definition of DSM-5, the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders must be brought up before the association, from an early age, of social communication disorders and of restricted interests with stereotypical behaviors. According to the latest studies, and based on this definition, the prevalence of autism in the general population could exceed 1%.
Scientific advances in the field of Genetics raise many questions in our daily clinical practice. Should a Genetic Assessment be offered to All Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorders? How to interpret the results of this assessment? If a risk factor is identified, How can it be useful for the patient And his family? And finally, How to interpret And manage the identification of a risk factor for incidental discovery in a prenatal context?
Far from having the pretension of answering all these questions, the presentation will seek to elicit and clarify our reflection on the basis of concrete examples encountered in the context of consultations at our Center for Human Genetics.
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The conference will take place Monday, February 10, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at the Capellen Cultural Center - 51, route d'Arlon - 1st floor.
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Where does it take place?
Centre Culturel Capellen
51 Route d'Arlon
Mamer
Capellen
Luxembourg
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