Status:
COMPLETED
Use of Acupuncture In Children With Autistic Spectrum Disorder
Lead Sponsor:
The University of Hong Kong
Conditions:
Autism
Autistic Disorder
Eligibility:
All Genders
3-15 years
Phase:
PHASE3
Brief Summary
This is a study of the efficacy of acupuncture in children with autism.
Detailed Description
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder with unknown etiology. ASD consisted of 3 core features: 1) disorder of language or communication; 2) disorder of social inter...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- The diagnosis of ASD or autism was made according to the criteria of the 4th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) and Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R).
- The diagnosis of autism was made if it satisfied a score greater than 30 in the Childhood Autism Rating Scale (CARS).
Exclusion
- Children with associated neurological disorders such as Tuberous Sclerosis, Fragile X Syndrome and epilepsy.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
Estimated Enrollment :
30 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00352352
Last Update
July 14 2006
Active Locations (1)
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Duchess of Kent of Children Hospital
Hong Kong, Hong Kong