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Methylphenidate in KBG syndrome
EU CTIS ID: 2023-506202-40-01
What this study is testing
The main objective is to determine the effectiveness of methylphenidate on attention deficit and ADHD-related symptoms in children and adolescents with KBG syndrome.
- Therapeutic use (Phase IV)
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Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- Age 6-20 years
- Molecularly confirmed diagnosis of KBG syndrome (pathogenic ANKRD11 variant or a chromosome 16q24 deletion including ANKRD11)
- Attention deficit or ADHD-related symptoms or a formal ADHD diagnosis, with a significant impact on daily life
- Presence of a subject’s caregiver or supervisor for proxy-reports
You likely can't join if
- Family history of acute cardiac death that warrants further cardiac investigation
- Inability to understand or speak Dutch
- Cardiovascular disease in medical history (severe hypertension, heart failure, arterial occlusive disease, potentially life-threatening arrythmias, angina pectoris, hemodynamically significant congenital heart defect, cardiomyopathy, myocardial infarction and channelopathy)
- Current or previous presence of hyperthyroidism, glaucoma or pheochromocytoma
- Use of (psychotropic/stimulant) drugs which interact with methylphenidate
- Schizophrenic or psychotic disorder in medical history
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 6-20 years
- Molecularly confirmed diagnosis of KBG syndrome (pathogenic ANKRD11 variant or a chromosome 16q24 deletion including ANKRD11)
- Attention deficit or ADHD-related symptoms or a formal ADHD diagnosis, with a significant impact on daily life
- Presence of a subject’s caregiver or supervisor for proxy-reports
- Family history of acute cardiac death that warrants further cardiac investigation
- Inability to understand or speak Dutch
- Cardiovascular disease in medical history (severe hypertension, heart failure, arterial occlusive disease, potentially life-threatening arrythmias, angina pectoris, hemodynamically significant congenital heart defect, cardiomyopathy, myocardial infarction and channelopathy)
- Current or previous presence of hyperthyroidism, glaucoma or pheochromocytoma
- Use of (psychotropic/stimulant) drugs which interact with methylphenidate
- Schizophrenic or psychotic disorder in medical history
- Unstable epilepsy (not controlled with medication)
- History of frequent drug and/or alcohol abuse
- Excessive alcohol/drug use and/or intoxication with one or both during the study
- Pregnant or lactating women
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18-64 years, 0-17 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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