Autoantibodies in Patients With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Launched by NATIONAL TAIWAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL · Sep 12, 2005
Trial Information
Current as of July 01, 2025
Unknown status
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) is a common disease in pediatric endocrine clinic and epidemiological studies showed the racial variation in the incidence, with the highest of 35 cases per 100000 in Finland. The incidence of type 1 DM in Taiwan is reported to be 1.5 per 100000 for the population less than 30 years old. While the diagnosis is made, the residual islet cell function is only about 20% of normal population. Therefore, the principle therapy in these patients is insulin therapy lifelong.
The pathogenesis of type 1 diabetes mellitus is multifactorial and controversial, involving the...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • pediatric patients with type 1 diabetes
About National Taiwan University Hospital
National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH) is a leading medical institution renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. As a pioneer in medical education and patient care in Taiwan, NTUH integrates cutting-edge technology with comprehensive clinical expertise to facilitate groundbreaking studies across various medical fields. The hospital’s dedicated research team collaborates with local and international partners to enhance the understanding of diseases and improve treatment outcomes. By prioritizing patient safety and ethical standards, NTUH strives to contribute to the global medical community and foster advancements in healthcare practices.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Taipei, , Taiwan
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Yi-Ching Tung, MD
Principal Investigator
National Taiwan University Hospital
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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