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ArticleJIMD reports2025

D,L-3-hydroxybutyrate in the treatment of glucose transporter 1 deficiency syndrome (Glut1DS).

Aya Amer, Kathryn Murrell, Liza Edmonds, Isaac Bernhardt, Rhonda Akroyd, Bryony Ryder, Callum Wilson, Emma Glamuzina

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Aya AmerDunedin Hospital Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand, Southern Dunedin New Zealand.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9084-7138
Kathryn MurrellAdult and Paediatric National Metabolic Service Starship Children's Hospital, Te Toka Tumai, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland New Zealand.
Liza EdmondsTe Tātai Hauora o Hine Victoria University Wellington New Zealand.
Isaac BernhardtAdult and Paediatric National Metabolic Service Starship Children's Hospital, Te Toka Tumai, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland New Zealand.
Rhonda AkroydAdult and Paediatric National Metabolic Service Starship Children's Hospital, Te Toka Tumai, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland New Zealand.
Bryony RyderAdult and Paediatric National Metabolic Service Starship Children's Hospital, Te Toka Tumai, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland New Zealand.
Callum WilsonAdult and Paediatric National Metabolic Service Starship Children's Hospital, Te Toka Tumai, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland New Zealand.
Emma GlamuzinaAdult and Paediatric National Metabolic Service Starship Children's Hospital, Te Toka Tumai, Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland New Zealand.

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Abstract

Background: Deficiency of the Glut1 transporter due to mono-allelic variants in Methods: A retrospective case review of patients with Glut1DS under the Adult and Paediatric National Metabolic Service (APNMS) of New Zealand, treated with D,L-3-HB between 2012 and 2023 was performed. Clinical notes, standardised, neuropsychological assessments and subjective data on and off D,L-3-HB were obtained. The best on and off D,L-3-HB measures of working memory (WMI) and processing speed (PSI) were compared to assess the efficacy. Results: D,L-3-HB was offered to 12 patients with Glut1DS (age 10-52 years). Compliance-dependent improvements in subjective, cognitive and adaptive function were reported by those who were reassessed on-treatment (9/12). Four reported improved PMD. Objective improvements were found in WM (9/9) and PS (6/9). Subjective improvements were reported in patients' health, wellbeing and independence. Conclusions: KD remains standard of care for Glut1DS, but effective alternatives are lacking for those who do not tolerate this. D,L-3-HB was associated with improved WM, PS and perceived life quality in this small group of patients with Glut1DS, thus providing a potential treatment for this distinct group.

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cognitive impairmentD,L‐3‐HBD,L‐3‐hydroxybutyrateGlut1glut1dsketogenicketones

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PMID39830115
PMCPMC11739118

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