Could a keto diet prevent aortic surgery in marfan patients?

NCT ID NCT07495267

First seen Mar 29, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This pilot study tests whether a carefully supervised ketogenic diet can help 15 adults with Marfan syndrome who have a chronic aortic dissection. Participants will follow the diet for 12 months while continuing their usual medications. The main goal is to see if the diet helps them avoid aortic surgery compared to historical data. Researchers will also monitor diet adherence, aortic size changes, and blood inflammation markers.

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