CompletedNot Applicable

Risks of Intermittent Fasting in Patients With Primary Adrenal Insufficiency

Tunisia30 participantsStarted 2024-03-04

Plain-language summary

In primary adrenal insufficiency, there is an increased risk of hypoglycaemia and dehydration. These risks have been little studied particularly during intermittent fasting. The present study aimed to assess these risks in a prospective study of 30 subjects with primary adrenal insufficiency. Patients will undergo a clinical examination, blood sampling and continuous glucose monitoring for fourteen days (one week of fasting and one week of non-fasting).

Who can participate

Age range

20 Years – 65 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Primary adrenal insufficiency * Disease duration of at least one year * Substituted with hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone * Wishing to fast during the month of Ramadan 2024 Exclusion Criteria: * Diabetes mellitus * Renal insufficiency * Hepatic insufficiency * Cardiac insufficiency * Respiratory insufficiency * Use of hypoglycaemic agents * Use of diuretics * Use of glucocorticoids other than those prescribed for replacement * Poor control of the disease (asthenia, malaise, melanoderma, discontinuation of treatment, etc.) * Pregnancy * Breast-feeding.

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

hypoglycemia

Timeframe: the fasting period from predawn to sunset (approximately 16 hours)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06299020

SponsorHopital La Rabta

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2024-04-20

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