Rett syndrome

Rett syndrome (RTT) is a severe neurodevelopmental disorder affecting the central nervous system.

Feeding difficulties

Impaired ability to eat related to problems gathering food and getting ready to suck, chew, or swallow it.


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PMID (PMCID)
11247007
FEMALE Child
Growth and nutrition in Rett syndrome.
Reilly S, Cass H.
Disabil Rehabil. 2001;23(3-4):118-28.
In this paper we review the existing literature on factors that contribute to growth failure in Rett syndrome (RS) with particular emphasis on the extent and nature of the feeding difficulties that arise.