Clinical, Immunological, and Genetic Features of Tics in Children with Subsequent Prognosis and Treatment Optimization
Keywords:
Tic disorders, Tourette syndrome, childrenAbstract
Tic disorders are a group of neurodevelopmental conditions characterized by motor and/or vocal tics that significantly affect the quality of life of children and their families. According to contemporary literature, the prevalence of tic disorders in the pediatric population ranges from 0.4% to 3.8%, with Tourette syndrome occurring in 0.3–0.9% of school-age children.
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