Effect of Fasting on the Size of Abdominal Lymphatic Tumors in Women

Completed

Conditions studied: Lymphangioleiomyomas, Tuberous Sclerosis, Lymphangioleiomyomatosis

In brief

This study will examine the effect of fasting on lymphangioleiomyomas abdominal tumors formed from enlarged lymph nodes containing lymphatic fluid. Previous studies have determined that these tumors increase in size in the evening, but this result could stem from the fact that previous study participants were tested after eating lunch. The purpose of the study is to help researchers understand the factors that produce changes in size of lymphangioleiomyomas, as well as to improve the ability of medical professionals to diagnose lymphangioleiomyomas and avoid confusing these tumors with other malignant tumors. Volunteers must be women who are at least 18 years of age and who have been diagnosed with lymphangioleiomyomas in the abdominal or pelvic areas. Candidates who have had lung or kidney transplants or who have type 1 diabetes will be excluded. Candidates will be screened with a physical examination and medical history. During the study, participants will be admitted to a National Institutes of Health clinical center for three days to undergo a number of tests. Tests will include routine blood and urine tests, and electrocardiogram, research blood testing, and abdominal and pelvic ultrasounds....

Key facts

Study ID
NCT00552955
Run by
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
People needed
35
Starts
2007-10-26
Expected to finish
2016-03-21
Last updated by the study team
2019-03-06

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 80. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

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Where it is running

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