An Interdisciplinary Approach to the Treatment of Encopresis in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders

Completed · Not applicable

Conditions studied: Encopresis, Autistic Disorder

In brief

The purpose of this study is to try to treat bowel movement (BM) accidents differently with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study will use over-the-counter (OTC) medications to evoke predictable bowel movements. This will make it possible for investigators to use certain strategies to reward BMs in the toilet. Independence will be increased by fading out the use of medications. The investigators will also train caregivers to implement the procedures.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT02383758

Run by

Emory University

People needed

22

Starts

2015-02-01

Expected to finish

2017-01-01

Last updated by the study team

2018-07-02

Who can join

Age: 5 and older, up to 21. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age 5-21
• Confirmed diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorder using the Social Communication Questionnaire (SCQ) and the Childhood Autism Rating Scale II (CARSII)
• Clearance from gastroenterologist for use of glycerin suppository, bisacodyl suppository and senna
• Caregiver willing to give consent/assent

You may not qualify if…

• Age under 5 year or over 21 years
• Does not present a diagnosis of autistic spectrum disorder
• Previous intestinal surgeries or concurrent enuresis
• Caregiver unwilling to give consent/assent

Where it is running

• Marcus Autism Center — Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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