Markers in Youth With Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome
Neurobiologic, Immunologic, and Rheumatologic Markers in Youth With PANS
Recruiting
Observational Study
Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome
Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated With Streptococcal Infections
PANS
PANDAS
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 4 – 18
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 500 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Stanford University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for children with Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) to study the brain and immune system. Participation involves providing information about their symptoms and health history.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I have been diagnosed with PANS.
- I am aged 1-18 at the start of my symptoms.
- My symptoms started suddenly with OCD or food restriction.
- I have at least two other symptoms like frequent urination or inattention.
- I live within 90 miles of Stanford University.
- I have had a pediatrician for the last 3 years within 90 miles of Stanford.
You may not be able to join if
- I have any other neuropsychiatric illness that may confuse the diagnosis.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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About This Trial
This study is an investigation of the neurologic, immunologic, and rheumatologic markers of Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS). PANS is a condition characterized by the abrupt, dramatic onset of obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and/or eating restriction accompanied by equally abrupt and severe co-morbid neuropsychiatric symptoms, which include anxiety, emotional lability, de…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Children with PANS
1. Age 1-18 at onset of PANS
2. Diagnosis of PANS: abrupt onset of OCD or food restriction, and at least two of the following associated symptoms: frequent urination, worsening handwriting/cognition, inattention, anorexia, separation anxiety, opposition…