Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 1 Month to 18

Using magnetoencephalography to diagnose brain disorders in children

Official title: An Observational Study on the Clinical Application of Magnetoencephalography in Children With Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Run by Children's Hospital of Fudan University · NCT06668519 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if a special brain imaging technique called magnetoencephalography can help doctors better diagnose brain disorders in children, like epilepsy and autism.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages1 Month to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment1500 (estimated)
SponsorChildren's Hospital of Fudan University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 25, 2024
Main results expectedDecember 30, 2027
Study endsDecember 30, 2027
Registry record updatedMarch 25, 2026
Trial IDNCT06668519 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 1 month to 18 years diagnosed with epilepsy, intracranial tumors, cerebrovascular diseases, autism, ADHD, or other neuropsychiatric disorders.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unable to cooperate with the MEG examination will not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This observational study evaluates the diagnostic value of magnetoencephalography (MEG) in children with various neurodevelopmental disorders. It focuses on conditions such as epilepsy, intracranial tumors, cerebrovascular diseases, autism, ADHD, and other neuropsychiatric disorders. The study aims to observe how MEG can help localize brain functional areas and identify epileptic foci. By analyzing the data collected from pediatric patients, researchers hope to enhance diagnostic accuracy and treatment planning.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could improve the diagnosis and management of neurodevelopmental disorders in children.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of MEG in adults has shown promise, this application in pediatric populations is relatively novel and less explored.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. aged 1 month-18 years old (date of investigate minus date of birth)
2. epilepsy
3. intracranial tumors
4. cerebrovascular diseases
5. autism
6. mental retardation
7. ADHD
8. tic disorder
9. neuropsychiatric disorders

Exclusion Criteria:

1.Unable to cooperate with the exam of MEG

Where it's running

  • Children's Hospital of Fudan University
    Shanghai, China
    Recruiting

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.