Modified Atkins diet for children with drug-resistant epilepsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests a special diet, called the modified Atkins diet, to see how well it helps children whose seizures do not improve with medication. The diet may reduce seizures and improve quality of life.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 1 and 18 years old.
- Your child must have epilepsy that has not responded to at least two anti-seizure medications.
- Your child must have been on the ketogenic diet for at least 6 months before joining.
- Your child must not have certain metabolic or genetic conditions that make the diet unsafe.
- Your child must be able to follow the diet consistently, and not be on other special diets like a low glycemic diet.
Quick eligibility check
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