MERRF syndrome
MONDO:0010790A rare mitochondrial oxidative phosphorylation disorder characterized by myoclonic seizures, ataxia, generalized epilepsy, muscle weakness and ragged red fibers in the muscle biopsy.
Also known as: Fukuhara syndrome, MERRF, MERRF syndrome, myoclonic epilepsy - ragged red fibres, myoclonus epilepsy and ragged red fibres, myoclonus epilepsy associated with ragged-red fibers, myoclonus epilepsy associated with ragged-red fibres, myoclonus with epilepsy and with ragged Red fibers (MERRF syndrome)
25 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 5 tagged with MERRF syndrome itself.
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Worldwide data pool could pave the way for mitochondrial disease trials
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study creates a global registry for people with mitochondrial disorders—rare diseases that affect energy production in cells. By collecting health data from 6,000 participants worldwide, researchers aim to understand how these diseases progress and identify the best ways to …
Sponsor: LMU Klinikum • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch massive mitochondrial disease registry to unlock secrets of rare disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large registry and tissue bank for people with mitochondrial disorders. Researchers will collect medical information and samples from up to 1,000 participants, including those diagnosed with or suspected to have a mitochondrial disease. The goal is to gat…
Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC