An n-of-1 Trial Service in Clinical Practice: Testing the Effectiveness of Stimulants for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
@article{Nikles2006AnNT, title={An n-of-1 Trial Service in Clinical Practice: Testing the Effectiveness of Stimulants for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder}, author={Catherine Jane Nikles and Geoffrey K. Mitchell and Chris Del Mar and Alexandra M. Clavarino and Norma McNairn}, journal={Pediatrics}, year={2006}, volume={117}, pages={2040 - 2046} }
OBJECTIVE. We sought to describe the clinical use of n-of-1 trials for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in publicly and privately funded family and specialized pediatric practice in Australia. METHODS. We used a within-patient randomized, double-blind, crossover comparison of stimulant (dexamphetamine or methylphenidate) versus placebo or alternative stimulant using 3 pairs of treatment periods. Trials were conducted from a central location using mail and telephone communication, with…
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