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Clinical Case Reports: Children with ASD

Every child with autism has their own strengths, challenges, and support needs. If you are considering a program at Swiss Medica for your child, you may find it helpful to read about other families’ experiences.

These selected reports describe the difficulties children experienced before their program, the treatment they received, and improvements reported during follow-up — including changes in communication, play, and everyday independence. Each child’s experience is individual, and these reports cannot predict the outcome for your child.

Clinical Case Reports: Children with ASD
Explore Our ASD Study Results

Learn more about a retrospective study conducted at Swiss Medica involving 30 children with ASD, including changes reported during follow-up and safety observations.

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Explore Our ASD Study Results

Explore the Case Reports

Choose a case below to learn about the patient’s experience and download the full report in PDF format.

Case 1

Clearer Speech and More Complex Sentences

Age listed:
4 years
Follow-up:
7 months after treatment

Before treatment, she had unclear speech, frequent frustration, and disrupted sleep. She received one course of placental and umbilical cord mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs) with stem cell exosomes. Follow-up noted longer, more complex sentences, better understanding of instructions, and less frequent frustration.

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Case 2

Greater Independence in Toileting and Eating

Age listed:
8 years
Follow-up:
10 months after treatment

Before treatment, he had no functional speech, wore diapers, and usually ate with his hands. He received one course of placental and umbilical cord MSCs with stem cell exosomes. Follow-up noted independent toilet use, use of cutlery, and better understanding of instructions.

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Case 3

Better Attention and Greater Independence at School

Age listed:
13 years
Follow-up:
3 months after treatment

This boy had substantial difficulties with concentration, schoolwork, hyperactivity, and emotional distress. He received one course of therapy with MSCs and their exosomes. During a parent interview three months later, his family reported better organization and attention, greater independence with schoolwork, and more patience, although sleep difficulties persisted.

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Case 4

More Interaction and Participation in Play

Age listed:
4 years
Follow-up:
9 months after treatment

Before the program, this boy had communication difficulties, selective eating, and episodes of anxiety and aggression. He received one course of therapy with placental and umbilical cord stem cells and stem cell exosomes. Follow-up noted clearer pronunciation of some words, more interaction, and greater participation in games with other children.

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Case 5

Improved Sleep and Longer Periods of Attention

Age listed:
15 years
Follow-up:
7 months after treatment

Before treatment, he had limited conversational communication, poor concentration, and night-time waking. He received one course of placental and umbilical cord MSCs with stem cell exosomes and macrophages. Follow-up noted sleep from approximately 10 pm to 7 am, better responsiveness, and longer attention.

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Case 6

More Comfortable Participation in Family Outings

Age listed:
9 years
Follow-up:
14 months after treatment

Before treatment, she used short sentences but did not answer questions or initiate communication, and needed help with daily routines. She received one course of placental and umbilical cord MSCs. Follow-up noted better understanding of complex instructions and greater comfort during family outings.

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Case 7

Now Using Words to Express Everyday Needs

Age listed:
9 years
Follow-up:
12 months after treatment

Before treatment, he rarely used words meaningfully, often screamed to express needs, and needed help with dressing and toileting. He received one course of placental and umbilical cord MSCs with their exosomes. Follow-up noted meaningful words and two-word phrases, attention lasting 10–15 minutes, and independent toilet use.

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Case 8

Now Starting Conversations and Describing Feelings

Age listed:
5 years
Follow-up:
12 months after treatment

Before treatment, he rarely started conversations, struggled to describe feelings, and showed little interest in learning. He received two courses of placental and umbilical cord MSCs. Follow-up noted more spontaneous conversations, longer sentences, better expression of feelings, and greater interest in books and educational toys.

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Case 9

More Spontaneous Communication and Less Intense Tantrums

Age listed:
5 years
Follow-up:
8 months after treatment

Before treatment, he had delayed speech, difficulty shifting attention, and frequent tantrums involving aggression. He received one course of placental and umbilical cord MSCs. Follow-up noted more spontaneous conversations, better engagement in tasks, and less frequent and intense tantrums.

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Case 10

Better Focus and Progress with Dressing

Age listed:
6 years
Follow-up:
8 months after treatment

Before treatment, he used short sentences, rarely initiated communication, and needed help with dressing and toileting. He received one course of placental and umbilical cord MSCs with stem cell exosomes. Follow-up noted more frequent speech, four-word sentences, better puzzle-solving focus, and progress with dressing.

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Case 11

Better Classroom Attention and Sharing Feelings

Age listed:
6 years
Follow-up:
7 months after treatment

Before treatment, she experienced anxiety, tantrums, selective eating, and disrupted sleep. She received one course of MSCs with their exosomes. Follow-up noted longer classroom participation, concentration lasting around ten minutes, and more sharing of thoughts and feelings.

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Case 12

Calmer Responses and Better Understanding of Speech

Age listed:
7 years
Follow-up:
12 months after treatment

Before treatment, she had poor attention, anxiety, and tantrums, sometimes biting herself when upset. She received one course of placental and umbilical cord MSCs. Follow-up noted better responsiveness to her name, improved understanding of speech, and calmer reactions to frustration.

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Case 13

First Words and Growing Interest in Group Games

Age listed:
4 years
Follow-up:
6 months after treatment

Before treatment, he did not speak, needed help with dressing, and showed little interest in others or group games. He received one course of placental and umbilical cord stem cells with stem cell exosomes. Follow-up noted the words “mom” and “dad,” better understanding of instructions, independent shoe use, and interest in group games.

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Case 14

Longer Conversations and More Imaginative Play

Age listed:
5 years
Follow-up:
12 months after treatment

Before treatment, he rarely initiated communication, struggled with changes, and slept around three hours nightly. He received two courses of placental and umbilical cord MSCs with their exosomes. Follow-up noted longer conversations, imaginative play, independent toilet use, and longer uninterrupted sleep.

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Case 15

Better Engagement in Tasks and Play

Age listed:
7 years
Follow-up:
12 months after treatment

Before treatment, he used few words and had difficulty with motivation and focus. He received two courses of placental and umbilical cord MSCs. Follow-up noted attention lasting 10–15 minutes, better cooperation in play, and improved movement coordination.

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Case 16

Greater Interest in Learning and Understanding Others’ Emotions

Age listed:
11 years
Follow-up:
18 months after treatment

Before treatment, he struggled to concentrate, showed little interest in lessons, and preferred playing alone. He received three courses of placental and umbilical cord MSCs. Follow-up noted greater interest and understanding in mathematics, better recognition of others’ emotions, and modestly improved concentration.

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Case 17

Expressing Basic Needs and Progress with Toileting

Age listed:
11 years
Follow-up:
4 years after treatment

Before treatment, she struggled to express herself and understand speech, was not toilet trained, and needed dressing assistance. She received one course of placental and umbilical cord MSCs. Follow-up noted simple words expressing basic needs, better understanding of familiar instructions, and independent toilet use.

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Case 18

Better Understanding and More Stable Movement

Age listed:
3 years
Follow-up:
15 months after treatment

Before treatment, he was nonverbal, needed toileting support, and had sleep difficulties and a history of epilepsy. He received one course involving umbilical cord blood and another with placental and umbilical cord MSCs. Follow-up noted better understanding of basic instructions, more imitation and active play, and steadier walking.

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Disclaimer: These case reports describe selected individual experiences. They do not, on their own, establish the effectiveness of a treatment method or guarantee similar changes in other patients. Whether a program is appropriate, what it may include, and its potential risks and limitations should be discussed with a doctor.

Discuss Your Family’s Situation with a Doctor

If you would like to explore whether a program at Swiss Medica may be appropriate for your family member with ASD, request a medical consultation. A doctor can review their medical history, discuss your concerns and goals, and explain possible options, risks, and limitations.

Dr. Lana
Dr. Lana

MD, Pediatrician, Regenerative Medicine Specialist