Nutritional Status and ASD Severity of Autistic Spectrum Disorder Children in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Case Control Study
Launched by ADDIS ABABA UNIVERSITY · Aug 23, 2022
Trial Information
Current as of July 21, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Sample population was Addis Ababa city in which subjects were selected from one of the two autism centers in the country. Random sampling method was applied to select subject from the total enrolled children in the center using Ryan 2013 sample size calculation formula.
Subjects already diagnose with autistic spectrum disorder that didn't have any other chronic disease that affect diet and nutrition were included in the study. Subjects were selected randomly from each grade level in the center. They were registered and taken for data collection. Sample and Data was collected with the help ...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Children already diagnosed with ASD
- • school aged children (4-18 years old)
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • children with chronic illnesses ( such as cancer..)
- • children taking heavy medications that may affect diet and nutrition
About Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa University, a leading institution in Ethiopia, is dedicated to advancing knowledge through innovative research and education. As a prominent clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its academic expertise and state-of-the-art facilities to conduct rigorous clinical studies aimed at improving health outcomes in diverse populations. With a commitment to ethical standards and community engagement, Addis Ababa University collaborates with local and international partners to address pressing health challenges, contributing to the global body of clinical research while fostering capacity building in the region.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Addis Ababa, , Ethiopia
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Feven Yirgu Tamire
Principal Investigator
Addis Ababa Science and Technology University
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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