Dietary Impacts on Oral Health in Autistic Children: A Cross-Sectional Analysis

Launched by KING KHALID UNIVERSITY · Feb 20, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how what children eat affects their oral health, specifically in children with autism. Researchers want to understand if certain dietary habits may lead to more or fewer dental problems, like cavities. They will observe children aged 2 to 12 who have been diagnosed with autism, without changing their diets, to see if there are any patterns that could help improve both their eating habits and dental care.

To participate in the study, children need to be between 2 and 12 years old and have an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. Parents or legal guardians must provide their consent for their child to be part of the research. The study will not take place if a child has severe behavioral issues or other medical conditions that might affect the results. This trial is still in the planning stage and has not yet started recruiting participants. Overall, the goal is to gather valuable information that could lead to better dietary and dental health recommendations for children with autism.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Children between the ages of 2 and 12 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are eligible to participate in the study.
• • Informed consent from parents or legal guardians is a prerequisite.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Challenges that may impact study outcomes include coexisting medical conditions.
• • Severe behavioral issues that may impede participation.
• • Difficulties in obtaining informed consent, posing obstacles to comprehensive research endeavors.