Ketogenic diet for MELAS syndrome
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a ketogenic diet can help people with MELAS syndrome who haven't had enough benefit from standard treatments. It aims to see if changing what you eat can improve your symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with MELAS syndrome
- You have tried standard MELAS treatments but they didn't work well enough
- You are willing to try a ketogenic diet
- You do not have porphyria or problems with fat processing in your body
- You do not have severe liver, kidney, or pancreas problems
- You do not have an active infection or eating disorder
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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