This section of the toolkit provides information about diagnosis and differential diagnoses related to FASD.

Common Diagnostic Approaches

Explore the four FASD diagnostic approaches.

Differential Diagnosis: Growth Defects and Dysmorphic Features

Many individuals with prenatal alcohol exposure (PAE) who are seen in pediatric practices manifest developmental and behavioral challenges. Differential diagnoses for an individual with PAE can involve additional testing to determine growth deficits and dysmorphic facial features related to other syndromes, and to identify co-occurring conditions.

ND-PAE Differential Diagnoses and Co-Occurring Diagnoses

View and download resources to guide pediatricians when making an FASD diagnosis.

Interprofessional Team Approaches to Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

Referrals to specialists may be necessary if clear diagnostic criteria for an FASD are not met.

Last Updated

02/14/2024

Source

American Academy of Pediatrics