Infusion of stem cells for treating autism

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This trial investigates the safety and efficacy of intravenous infusion of cultured allogeneic adult umbilical cord derived mesenchymal stem cells in patients diagnosed with Autism. Participants will receive a single infusion of 100 million stem cells and will be monitored for safety and efficacy at various intervals over a period of 48 months. The study aims to evaluate the potential benefits of stem cell treatment in improving symptoms associated with Autism.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of Autism

Exclusion Criteria:

* Active infection
* Active cancer
* Chronic multisystem organ failure
* Pregnancy
* Clinically significant Abnormalities on pre-treatment laboratory evaluation
* Medical condition that would (based on the opinion of the investigator) compromise patient's safety
* Previous organ transplant
* Seizure disorder
* Hypersensitivity to sulfur

Where it's running

• Prodromos Stem Cell Institute
  Naples, Florida, United States Recruiting
• Prodromos Stem Cell Institute
  Athens, Greece Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Chadwick Prodromos, MD — The Foundation for Orthopaedics and Regenerative Medicine

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.