Abetalipoproteinemia
MONDO:0008692Abetalipoproteinemia/ homozygous familial hypobetalipoproteinemia (ABL/HoFHBL) is a severe form of familial hypobetalipoproteinemia characterized by permanently low levels (below the 5th percentile) of apolipoprotein B and LDL cholesterol, and by growth delay, malabsorption, hepatomegaly, and neurological and neuromuscular manifestations.
Also known as: Bassen-Kornzweig disease, abetalipoproteinemia, homozygous familial hypobetalipoproteinemia, ABL, Bassen Kornzweig syndrome, Bassen-Kornzweig syndrome, Betalipoprotein deficiency disease, MTP deficiency
36 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 2 tagged with Abetalipoproteinemia itself.
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Robots as rehab coaches: a new approach to retraining coordination in ataxia
Disease control OngoingThis trial tests whether robot-assisted neurorehabilitation can improve coordination, balance, and walking in adults with ataxia, a condition that affects movement control. Participants will receive either robotic or standard rehabilitation, and researchers will measure changes i…
Sponsor: Somogy Megyei Kaposi Mór Teaching Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New blood treatment could block zika in transfusions
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a special treatment for red blood cells that aims to kill the Zika virus, making transfusions safer. About 692 people who need blood transfusions will receive either treated or standard blood. The goal is to see if the treated blood works just as well and is safe…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Cerus Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can a gentle brain zap help people with ataxia walk better?
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) can improve movement in people with degenerative ataxia, a rare condition that damages the cerebellum and impairs balance and coordination. Sixteen participan…
Sponsor: University of Cagliari • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC