Status:
COMPLETED
Effect of PECS in Improving Oral Hygiene Status Among Preschool Chidren
Lead Sponsor:
Dow University of Health Sciences
Conditions:
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Eligibility:
All Genders
4-6 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
Background: Oral health is an important part of overall health of the children and precisely it is additionally imperative for children who need out of the ordinary or special health care. Children w...
Detailed Description
RATIONALE OF STUDY The population with Autism Spectrum Disorder Syndrome (ASD) may require additional specific health needs due to their characteristic features. Among them especially children are at ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Children with Confirmed diagnosis of ASD classified on the basis of CARS score 30-36.5 who understand visual or simple verbal instructions.
- Age range between 4 to 6 years
- Cooperative for oral examination
Exclusion
- ASD children with any systemic disease which can affect oral health.
- Identification of any oral condition requiring immediate dental treatment.
- Multiple disabilities, down syndrome, epilepsy patients.
- Taking drugs such as anticonvulsant, antidepressants, anti-anxiety which can affect oral cavity tissues.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
May 1 2023
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
September 29 2023
Estimated Enrollment :
80 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06588062
Start Date
May 1 2023
End Date
September 29 2023
Last Update
September 19 2024
Active Locations (1)
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Dow University of Health Sciences
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, 75330