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New treatment option for Gestational Diabetes
Official title Preventing T2DM After GDM With Immediate Postpartum Screening
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06457139
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The overall goal of this proposal is to create and test an implementation protocol for in-hospital immediate postpartum diabetes screening for postpartum patients with pregnancies affected by GDM.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, women only
You may be able to join if
- pregnancy complicated by GDM as diagnosed with traditional two step testing in the third trimester according to Carpenter-Coustan Criteria
- receiving prenatal care at UMASS Memorial and plans to deliver at UMASS Memorial
- able and willing to provide informed consent
- ability to complete immediate in hospital postpartum glucose testing
- have evidence of impaired glucose metabolism defined as fasting glucose value of ≥126 mg/dL or 2-hour glucose value of ≥200 mg/dL
You likely can't join if
- known diagnosis of pre-existing pre-gestational diabetes in pregnancy
- inability to complete oral glucose tolerance test (e.g. gastric bypass surgery history, gastric dumping syndrome history, vomiting of oral glucose...
- systemic steroid use
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
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 female, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Worcester, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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