Lipoic acid synthetase deficiency
MONDO:0013762Lipoic acid synthetase deficiency is a rare condition that affects the mitochondria. Mitochondria are tiny structures found in almost every cell of the body. They are responsible for creating most of the energy necessary to sustain life and support growth. People affected by this condition generally experience early-onset lactic acidosis, severe encephalopathy, seizures, poor growth, hypotonia, and developmental delay. It is caused by changes (mutations) in the LIAS gene and it is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern. Treatment is based on the signs and symptoms present in each person.
Also known as: HGCLAS, PDHLD, hyperglycinemia, lactic acidosis, and seizures, pyruvate dehydrogenase lipoic acid synthetase deficiency
20 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New drug shows promise for rare energy disorder
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called OMT-28 in 28 people with primary mitochondrial disease, a condition that affects how cells produce energy. Participants took the drug once daily for 6 months, and researchers measured safety, blood markers of inflammation, and symptoms like fat…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Omeicos Therapeutics GmbH • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Long-Term safety of mitochondrial drug confirmed in 101 patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the safety of vatiquinone in 101 people with inherited mitochondrial disease who had already taken the drug in a previous study or treatment plan. The goal was to track any side effects until the drug became commercially available or the program ended. Partic…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: PTC Therapeutics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Laser test could objectively measure nerve pain for first time
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a diode laser can act as a biomarker to measure neuropathic pain in people with peripheral neuropathy. Researchers compared pain responses to a lidocaine patch versus a placebo patch in 75 participants. The goal was to see if the laser test could disting…
Sponsor: University of Utah • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC