Alternating hemiplegia of childhood
MONDO:0016241A rare neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by recurrent episodes of hemiplegia and paroxysmal disturbances associated with persistent developmental delay and cognitive impairment.
Also known as: AHC, adrenal hypoplasia congenita, alternating hemiplegia of childhood, childhood alternating hemiplegia, congenital adrenal Hypoplasia, congenital adrenal gland hypoplasia, paediatric alternating hemiplegia, pediatric alternating hemiplegia
27 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Special oil may curb paralytic attacks in rare childhood disease
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether triheptanoin oil, a special fat taken by mouth, can reduce the number of sudden paralytic attacks in children with Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC), a rare genetic disorder. Ten participants aged 15 and older with confirmed ATP1A3 mutation…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can an iPad game spot autism early?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether an iPad game (Play.Care) could help diagnose autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children aged 2.5 to 5 years. The game measures how children move while playing, since movement differences may be early signs of autism. Researchers compared the game's resul…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Strathclyde • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Could a simple oxygen mask halt rare childhood paralysis attacks?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether breathing high-flow oxygen for 15 minutes can stop dystonic or plegic attacks in children with Alternating Hemiplegia of Childhood (AHC), a rare genetic disorder causing temporary paralysis and muscle spasms. 24 participants used oxygen or a placebo (med…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New program aims to help siblings of chronically ill children
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed trial tested a 5-session group program for siblings and parents of children with chronic illness. The goal was to improve sibling mental health, family communication, and quality of life. 288 families participated, with some receiving the program immediately and ot…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Oslo • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:43 UTC
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Could hidden nerve damage explain pain in kids with developmental delays?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether children with neurodevelopmental disorders (like mitochondrial disease, cerebral palsy, or developmental delay) have fewer small nerve fibers in their skin, which could cause pain. Researchers took small skin biopsies from 203 children—some …
Sponsor: Heinrich-Heine University, Duesseldorf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New screening tool aims to spot suicide risk in kids with autism
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a set of questions to better identify suicide risk in young people aged 8–17 with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. Researchers asked 278 participants and their parents about thoughts of self-harm and understanding of death. The goal was to create a …
Sponsor: National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC