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Data synthesis involved narrative thematic analysis to identify key barriers and facilitators to emergency department care for autistic people. The reporting of this review follows the PRISMA guidelines.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Eleven studies met the inclusion criteria and revealed consistent barriers affecting autistic people in emergency departments. Across settings, communication difficulties, sensory overload, long waiting times, and limited staff preparedness were the most frequently reported challenges. These factors contributed to heightened distress, behavioral escalation, and reduced satisfaction for patients and families. Facilitators identified in the literature included ASD-specific staff training, sensory-adapted environments, structured care routines, and active caregiver involvement. While not all barriers are easily modifiable, several environmental, communication, and workflow-related factors appear potentially amenable to service-level interventions. The findings further indicate that autism-specific staff training, sensory-friendly adaptations, and caregiver-supported care approaches may improve the ED experience for autistic patients and their families.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The findings underscore the multifaceted challenges ASD patients face in EDs, exacerbated by sensory overload and communication difficulties. Addressing these issues requires a comprehensive approach, including staff education, environmental adjustments, and efficient triage systems. 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