Ketogenic diet for MELAS syndrome
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This trial tests whether a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet, called a ketogenic diet, can help people with MELAS syndrome whose standard treatment hasn't worked well enough. It may improve symptoms by changing how the body uses energy.
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Who can take part
- You must have a diagnosis of MELAS syndrome.
- You must have already tried standard MELAS treatments but still have symptoms.
- You must not have conditions like problems breaking down fats, severe kidney or liver disease, or certain other serious health issues.
- You must be willing and able to follow a strict ketogenic diet.
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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