Investigating bladder dysfunction in people with type 1 diabetes
UroEDIC Bladder: Bladder Dysfunction in Type 1 Diabetes
This study is looking at how type 1 diabetes can affect bladder health and urinary problems over time, so we can better understand how these issues impact your daily life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10814780 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding bladder dysfunction and related urological complications in individuals with type 1 diabetes. By analyzing over 25 years of medical data and conducting annual assessments of urinary symptoms, the study aims to identify the prevalence and impact of these issues on patients' quality of life. The research utilizes a comprehensive approach that combines clinical data with patient-reported outcomes to gain insights into how diabetes affects bladder health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with type 1 diabetes who experience bladder dysfunction or related urinary symptoms.
Not a fit: Patients without a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes or those who do not experience any urological symptoms may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved management strategies for bladder dysfunction in patients with type 1 diabetes, enhancing their overall quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has successfully identified urological complications in diabetes, making this study a continuation of established findings rather than a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sarma, Aruna V — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Sarma, Aruna V
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.