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Study identifier: NCT01780168 Synced from ClinicalTrials.gov · July 28, 2026
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The NIH MINI Study: Metabolism, Infection, and Immunity in Inborn Errors of Metabolism

Condition: Oxidative Phosphorylation Deficiencies · Electron Transport Chain Disorders, Mitochondrial · Mitochondrial Disorders  ·  Sponsor: National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)

PhaseN/A
Planned participants500
Who can joinAll sexes, 2 Years to 115 Years
Healthy volunteersYes

About this study

The Metabolism, Infection and Immunity (MINI) Study is a longitudinal natural history study at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that aims to define the relationship between infection, immunity and clinical decline in individuals with mitochondrial disease. Mitochondrial diseases are a group of disorders caused by problems with the cell s ability to produce energy. Infection in individuals with mitochondrial disease can lead to worsening clinical symptoms, particularly neurologic symptoms. Goals: The main goal of our study is to understand the relationship between infection and clinical decline in patients with mitochondrial disease. Mitochondrial diseases can affect many different parts of the body, including the immune system and its ability to respond to infection. Therefore, we perform a comprehensive evaluation of participants including a detailed immunologic assessment. We are not testing any new medicine or procedure to treat or cure IEM or mitochondrial diseases. However, by understanding the relationship between infection and mitochondrial disease, we hope to develop treatments in the future. At the NIH, we are interested in research. Although we do provide advice and care for people enrolled in our study, we are not able to take over the long-term care of participants. To enroll in our study, you (your child) must already have a confirmed diagnosis of a mitochondrial disease. We are not able to provide a "first time" diagnosis or regular metabolic care. Wh…

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Talk to the study team

Shannon K Kruk, R.N.  ·  (301) 451-9145  ·  shannon.kruk@nih.gov

Peter J McGuire, M.D.  ·  (301) 451-7716  ·  peter.mcguire@nih.gov

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Locations (1)

National Institutes of Health Clinical CenterBethesda, Maryland, United StatesRecruiting

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