University Of Trieste

Neurodevelopmental Disorders

The clinical research activity is centered on Rett syndrome, with attention to the neurological and developmental features that shape communication, behavior, and daily functioning.

  • Rett syndrome
  • Neurodevelopmental impairment
  • Developmental regression

Research interest extends to symptom patterns across different ages and levels of severity, reflecting a focus on the clinical variability of the disorder.

Behavioral and Social Function

One area of interest is the effect of treatment on social behavior, particularly in relation to interaction, responsiveness, and broader behavioral symptoms associated with the condition.

  • Social behavior
  • Communication difficulties
  • Behavioral symptoms

This includes clinical attention to changes that may support day-to-day engagement and interpersonal functioning.

Motor and Physical Symptoms

The sponsor also focuses on motor and physical function, including movement-related limitations and broader somatic manifestations of the disorder.

  • Motor function
  • Physical symptoms
  • Mobility impairment

Interest in this domain reflects the clinical burden of movement difficulties and their impact on functional independence.

Orofacial and Respiratory Manifestations

Research activity includes orofacial and respiratory features of Rett syndrome, areas that are important for feeding, speech-related function, and breathing regulation.

  • Orofacial symptoms
  • Respiratory dysfunction
  • Breathing abnormalities

These domains highlight interest in symptom clusters that contribute to the complexity of care in affected patients.

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Matched clinical trials

  • Study on the Effects of Mirtazapine for Improving Symptoms in Patients with Rett Syndrome

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