Sterol metabolism disorder

This study tests a new type of stem cell transplant for children with primary immune deficiencies or inherited metabolic disorders. The transplant uses stem cells from a half-matched family donor, which are specially processed to remove certain immune cells. The goal is to see if…

This study tests a bone marrow transplant from a family donor for children under 21 with severe non-cancer blood disorders like sickle cell disease, bone marrow failure, or immune problems. The goal is to see if the transplant can replace the diseased cells with healthy donor cel…

This study watches children and adults who are already taking or about to start Ilaris for hereditary periodic fever syndromes or systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Researchers will track side effects and how well the drug controls symptoms over 16 weeks. No new medicine is …

This study tests whether a high-dose probiotic (De Simone formulation) can lower bile acid levels in stool and improve diarrhea in people with bile acid malabsorption. Twenty-four adults will take the probiotic or a placebo for about three weeks. Researchers will measure changes …

This study tests a program called Pediatric Medication Therapy Management (pMTM) for children with complex medical conditions who take five or more medications. The program involves a thorough review of all medicines, optimizing the regimen, and creating a clear medication plan. …

This study follows 120 Israeli children and teens with type 1 diabetes who use the Medtronic 780G system, a closed-loop insulin pump that automatically adjusts insulin. Researchers will track blood sugar control, sleep, diet, and emotional well-being over two years. The goal is t…

This study tests whether giving L-Citrulline, a natural supplement, for 28 days can help hospitalized children aged 1 month to 5 years who have fever and are at high risk of serious problems. About 888 children in Mozambique and Ethiopia will receive either the supplement or a pl…

This study looks at whether eating cottonseed oil just three times a week can help lower cholesterol and reduce heart disease risk. Researchers will give 75 overweight or at-risk adults meal replacement shakes with different amounts of cottonseed oil for 56 days. They will measur…

This study tests whether dynamic surface exercise training (exercises on unstable surfaces like physio balls) can improve mobility, balance, and coordination in children aged 5-8 with diplegic cerebral palsy. 14 children will be randomly assigned to either the dynamic surface exe…

This program offers extra stem cells from a half-matched family donor to patients who are getting a cord blood transplant for serious blood cancers or immune disorders. The goal is to help the bone marrow recover more quickly while the cord blood cells take over permanently. It i…

This study will screen 13,000 children in China using urine tests and ultrasound to find kidney disease early. The goal is to see how common kidney problems are in kids and to build a system to predict who is at risk. Children with abnormal results will be referred for further ca…

This study tests whether a rapid triage test (suPAR) can help doctors make better decisions about admitting or discharging children with fever. Over 5,000 children aged 2 months to 5 years in sub-Saharan Africa will be randomly assigned to standard care or standard care plus the …

This study tests whether playing Kho-Kho, a traditional Indian tag game, can improve agility and reaction time in school children aged 8 to 12. Over 6 weeks, 48 kids will either play Kho-Kho or do free play three times a week. Researchers will measure changes in agility and react…

This study tests whether custom-made 3D-printed masks fit children better than standard commercial masks for non-invasive ventilation (NIV). Fifteen children aged 8-12 who already use NIV but have poor adherence will try a custom mask made from a 3D facial scan. Researchers will …

This study looks at whether the Alexander technique, a method that teaches better posture and movement habits, can help children aged 5 to 9 with Duchenne muscular dystrophy control their upper limbs and feel better day-to-day. About 33 kids will take part, and researchers will m…

This study tests whether sensory exercises can improve repetitive behaviors, communication, social interaction, and motor skills in children with autism. About 26 children aged 5 to 11 will take part. Researchers will measure changes using standard questionnaires before and after…

This study looks at whether watching an animated film or reading a storybook can lower fear and anxiety in children aged 7 to 12 who have just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. About 64 children will take part, and their anxiety levels will be measured using special child-frie…

This study tests whether playing with a therapeutic toy doll before getting a shot can reduce fear, anxiety, and pain in children aged 4-6. Half the kids will practice the injection steps on a doll first, while the other half get the shot as usual. Researchers will measure fear a…

This study tests whether a mindfulness-based emotion regulation training program can help children aged 7-11 who are hospitalized for at least four days feel less afraid and better control their emotions. Half of the 54 participants will receive the training alongside usual care,…

This study looks at whether doing adapted physical activity every day can improve sleep quality in children aged 5 to 16 who are being treated for blood cancer. About 30 children will take part, with some exercising daily and others just once over four days. Parents will track sl…

This study tests whether atorvastatin, a drug typically used for cholesterol, can reduce bile acid production and improve symptoms in people with bile acid diarrhoea (BAD). Twenty adults with moderate-to-severe BAD will receive atorvastatin and a placebo in random order, each for…

This study looks at whether doing Bulgarian bag exercises—like squats and lunges with a weighted bag—can improve lower limb function, posture, and balance in healthy school children aged 8 to 16. About 345 kids will take part, doing exercises guided by a therapist. Researchers wi…

This study looks at whether the Alexander Technique, a method that teaches better posture and movement, can help teenagers aged 13 to 16 with upper cross syndrome (a common postural problem). Thirty-six participants will either practice the Alexander Technique at home with parent…

This study tests whether a 12-week Pilates program can reduce pain and improve trunk muscle endurance in 140 children aged 12-16 who have backpack syndrome. One group does Pilates twice a week, while the other does standard stretching. Researchers will measure pain levels and how…

This study aims to better understand and treat people with certain inherited metabolic or genetic disorders. Researchers will use standard medical tests like blood work and imaging to diagnose and care for participants, who may also join other related studies. The goal is to expa…

This study looks at children with suspected or confirmed genetic and metabolic disorders to find new disease-causing gene mutations. Researchers will analyze blood samples for DNA and metabolites, and in some cases take a small skin sample. The goal is to better understand these …

This study aims to learn more about the genetics and natural history of autoinflammatory diseases, which cause repeated fevers and inflammation. Researchers will study up to 5,000 people, including patients, their relatives, and healthy volunteers. Participants provide blood and …

This study at Necker Hospital in Paris is checking how well patients with inherited metabolic diseases follow their daily oral medication routines. About 200 patients (children aged 7 and up, teens, and adults) will fill out a questionnaire during a regular visit. The goal is to …

This study enrolls up to 15,000 children with known or suspected endocrine or metabolic disorders, along with their family members. Researchers will collect medical records, blood, saliva, and other samples to identify genetic changes linked to these conditions. The goal is to be…

This study is creating a large collection of blood, urine, stool, and heart tissue samples from 10,000 people with and without heart or metabolic conditions. The goal is to store these samples along with medical information to speed up future research into what causes these disea…

This natural history study is observing up to 250 people with Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome and related cholesterol disorders, as well as their relatives. Researchers will track symptoms, development, and lab results over several years to find better ways to measure disease progress…

This study tests a new communication tool called 'Let's Get REAL' that helps children and teens (ages 8-17) and their families talk together about stem cell transplant or cellular therapy decisions. The goal is to see if the tool is easy to use and helpful for families. About 60 …

This study looks back at the past 10 years to understand how a life-support machine called ECMO has been used in children across China. Researchers will gather information from 500 children, from newborns to 18-year-olds, to see how many survive after treatment, how long they nee…

This study looks at how the drug bulevirtide changes gut bacteria and bile acids in people with hepatitis delta (a serious liver infection). Researchers will follow 20 patients for 48 weeks, collecting stool and blood samples to see how these changes relate to liver health. The g…

This study uses MRI scans to look for brain differences in people with metabolic diseases compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers will track changes over time and link them to body fat and other health measures. About 126 adults will take part at Ulm University Hospital. No d…

This study from Aarhus University is looking at how common magnesium deficiency is in people with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, ileostomy, or bile acid diarrhea. Magnesium is important for muscles, nerves, and heart health, but standard blood tests may miss a deficiency. T…

This study looks at how often young children (ages 1 to 6) with inherited metabolic diseases develop eating disorders when they are on special diets. Researchers will use a feeding scale to measure eating problems in 200 children. The goal is to understand the link between these …

This study collects medical information and biological samples (like blood or tissue) from up to 12,000 people with leukodystrophies—rare disorders that damage the brain's white matter. Researchers will use this data to find new genetic causes, develop biomarkers for future trial…

The SMILE study is tracking 10,000 adults aged 18 and older to see how sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) and metabolic diseases like diabetes influence overall health and lifespan. Researchers will collect data from medical records, tests, and surveys over time. This is an obs…

This study looks at how lipoproteins—tiny particles that carry cholesterol in the blood—work in healthy people and those with lipid disorders like high cholesterol. The goal is to understand how these particles affect heart and blood vessel health, especially when they don't func…

This study looks at how blood flow and metabolism affect brain development in children with sickle cell anemia. Researchers will use MRI scans and a special mask to have participants breathe carbon dioxide, which helps measure how well brain blood vessels expand. The goal is to u…

This study follows 100 children under 18 who are already on a ketogenic diet for conditions like drug-resistant epilepsy, autism, chronic migraine, or brain tumors. Researchers want to see if the diet supports healthy growth, improves symptoms, and boosts quality of life. The die…