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Official title Effect of Mediterranean Diet on Nutrition in Parkinson's Disease Patients With Bilateral Subthalamic Deep Brain Stimulation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07187739
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate whether Mediterranean diet can help manage body weight and improve body composition in adult Parkinson's disease patients who have undergone bilateral subthalamic nucleus deep brain stimulation (STN DBS). The main questions it aims to answer are: Does adherence to the Mediterranean diet for three months post-surgery help control body weight gain in STN DBS patients?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 45 to 64
You may be able to join if
- Being between 45-64 years of age
- Signing informed consent
- Undergoing STN DBS surgery
- Continuing antiparkinsonian therapy
- Those with a Mini Mental Test result of ≥24 points
You likely can't join if
- Having any psychiatric illness
- Those with a Mini Mental Test result of \<24 points
- Those with a disease requiring a special diet other than Parkinson's Disease
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 45 years to 64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ankara, Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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