Improving preconception care and diabetes management for women with diabetes

Promoting Preconception Care and Diabetes Self-Management among Reproductive-Aged Women with Diabetes: The PREPARED Trial

NIH-funded research Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-10912745

This study is looking at how using technology can help women with type 2 diabetes get better care and support before and during pregnancy, so they can manage their health and have healthier pregnancies.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionNorthwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chicago, United States)
Project IDNIH-10912745 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on enhancing preconception care and diabetes self-management among women of reproductive age who have type 2 diabetes. It employs a technology-based strategy to support these women in primary care settings, aiming to improve their health outcomes before and during pregnancy. The trial will assess how effectively this approach can help women achieve better glycemic control and manage their diabetes-related risks. By addressing barriers to preconception counseling, the research seeks to ensure that women receive the necessary support for a healthy pregnancy.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women aged 18-44 years with type 2 diabetes who are considering pregnancy or may become pregnant.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have diabetes or are outside the reproductive age range may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for women with diabetes who are planning to conceive, reducing risks associated with pregnancy.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that technology-based interventions can effectively improve diabetes management and preconception care, indicating a promising approach.

Where this research is happening

Chicago, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Adult-Onset Diabetes Mellitus
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