Disorder of intellectual development, profound
Characterized by the need for around-the-clock care and support in all areas of life. Communication is very limited, and learning focuses on the simplest, most concrete activities. Understanding of the environment relies primarily on direct sensory experience. Severe motor and health difficulties requiring specialist care frequently co-occur.
Differential diagnosis
When diagnosing Disorder of intellectual development, profound, the following ICD-11 disorders should be considered in the differential diagnosis:
Frequently asked questions
What disorders are in the differential diagnosis of Disorder of intellectual development, profound?
The differential diagnosis of Disorder of intellectual development, profound (6A00.3) includes: Zaburzenie ze spektrum autyzmu (6A02).
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