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Phase IV Trial Evaluates Direct-to-Home Telemedicine Tool for Early Autism Diagnosis — Addressing Healthcare Disparities

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9 Apr 2026

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New study evaluates direct-to-home telemedicine tool for diagnosing autism in toddlers aged 18-42 months. The TELE-ASD-PEDS platform could revolutionise early ASD identification by addressing geographic and healthcare disparities.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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