Ketogenic diet for Marfan syndrome with aortic dissection
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Genetic & congenital, Heart & circulation, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a ketogenic diet (a diet high in fat and low in carbs) can help people with Marfan syndrome who have a chronic aortic dissection. The diet may reduce inflammation and slow the growth of the aortic aneurysm, potentially delaying the need for surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old.
- You have Marfan syndrome (diagnosed by a doctor or genetic test).
- You have had a chronic descending aortic dissection for at least 3 months.
- Your descending aortic diameter is between 4.0 and 5.0 cm.
- Your blood pressure has been stable on your current medications for at least 4 weeks.
- You do not have a history of aortic repair or stenting in the chest area, and you are not pregnant or have certain health conditions.
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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