Developing a screening tool for early diagnosis of autism in children
A Pilot Study to Develop a Behavior-based Screening Protocol for Early Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders
This study is trying to create a new tool to help doctors spot signs of autism in children earlier by looking at their eye movements and how they move.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | N/A to 19 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Bundang CHA Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do) |
| Trial ID | NCT06339359 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to collect data to create a behavior-based screening protocol for early diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in children and adolescents. The approach involves utilizing eye tracking and motion analysis to assess behavioral patterns. By gathering clinical measurements and conducting behavioral assessments, the study seeks to identify early indicators of ASD. The findings could lead to improved diagnostic tools that facilitate timely intervention for affected individuals.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children and adolescents under the age of 19 whose legal representatives consent to participate.
Not a fit: Patients with hearing or vision abnormalities or those unable to participate due to comprehension issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders, allowing for timely interventions.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored early diagnosis of ASD, this specific approach utilizing eye tracking and motion analysis is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children and adolescents under the age of 19 at the time of registration * A person whose legal representative voluntarily decides to participate and agrees in writing to comply with the precautions after receiving a detailed explanation of this study and fully understanding it Exclusion Criteria: * Those with abnormalities in hearing and vision * Those who are likely to have difficulty participating in the study according to the judgment of the clinical investigator * If the visits set out in this research plan are not followed or the patient's guardian does not cooperate due to low understanding of the patient.
Where this trial is running
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do
- CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University — Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea, Republic of (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Kim MinYoung
- Email: kmin@cha.ac.kr
- Phone: 82-31-780-6281
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.