Metabolic Disorders
Conditions
Brief summary
The purpose of this study is to learn about the effects of long term carnitine use in patients with metabolic disorders and its potential relationship to cardiovascular events.
Detailed description
This online cross-sectional survey will examine the self-reported long-term carnitine use in patients with metabolic disorders and any potential relationship to cardiovascular events.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Diagnosis of mitochondrial disease or any other metabolic disorder * Any age group * NAMDC or RDCRN registry participant
Exclusion criteria
* Inability to provide informed consent and complete survey * Lack of participation in NAMDC or RDCRN registry
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Assess how many patients with metabolic disorders are on chronic carnitine supplementation. | Up to one year from study activation. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Assess how many patients who are on chronic carnitine supplementation have experienced a cardiovascular event. | Up to one year from study activation |
Countries
United States