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Using brain wave recordings to choose who needs deeper genetic testing in autism

Looks at whether EEG can help pick children with autism for genetic testing.

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Registry title: EEG As a Genetic Selection Lever in Autism Spectrum Disorder

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Where
Le Ban Saint-Martin and Metz, FranceSee the 2 sites

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  • Cabinet de Neurologie PédiatriqueLe Ban Saint-Martin, FranceNo longer taking part
  • CHR Metz-Thionville Hopital Femme-Mère EnfantMetz, FranceNo longer taking part

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Trial details

Who runs it
Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville
Trial code
NCT07891065
Record updated
23 October 2026
Original description
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a growing public health concern, with genetic causes identified in about 20% of cases. While exome/genome sequencing is powerful, its cost and limited yield call for better patient selection.Read full original descriptionShow less

Electroencephalography in Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Potential Aid in the Selection of Candidates for Extended Genetic Testing

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a growing public health concern, with genetic causes identified in about 20% of cases. While exome/genome sequencing is powerful, its cost and limited yield call for better patient selection.

Electroencephalography (EEG) shows promise: early EEG patterns can predict ASD, and specific EEG features may help identify subgroups more likely to have a genetic cause. This project explores using EEG to optimize genetic testing strategies in ASD.

Inclusion: Age < 18 years; Children with ASD; Having undergone exome sequencing; Having undergone a sleep EEG.

Exclusion: Presenting with another previously identified cause that may explain the ASD (toxic, infectious, perinatal distress); Children whose legal representative has objected to the reuse of their data.

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT07891065