Could a gut makeover help kids with autism? new trial investigates

NCT ID NCT07381374

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether transferring healthy gut bacteria (fecal transplant) through a tube or colonoscopy can reduce autism symptoms in 75 children aged 3-16 with moderate-to-severe autism. Kids continue their usual behavioral therapy. The main goal is to see if autism severity scores improve over 24 weeks, with safety tracked for 48 weeks.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Children's Hospital, Shenzhen

    RECRUITING

    Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518026, China

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