Investigating effective treatments for diabetic foot ulcers.
The University of Arizona Wound Care Center Clinical Research Unit
This study is looking for ways to help heal diabetic foot ulcers better, especially for people in minority groups, by finding markers that show how well treatments are working and creating a standard care plan for everyone with this condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Arizona NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tucson, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11012874 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), a common and serious complication for diabetic patients, particularly among minority populations. The project aims to identify biomarkers that can predict healing outcomes and to develop effective treatment protocols through high-quality clinical trials. By leveraging a large patient population and extensive biosample collection, the research seeks to establish a unified Standard of Care for DFUs. Patients will be monitored over time to gather valuable data that can inform future therapies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include diabetic patients, particularly those from minority backgrounds, who are experiencing foot ulcers.
Not a fit: Patients without diabetes or those who do not have diabetic foot ulcers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healing outcomes and better management of diabetic foot ulcers for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in identifying biomarkers and improving treatment protocols for diabetic foot ulcers, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Tucson, United States
- University of Arizona — Tucson, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gurtner, Geoffrey C — University of Arizona
- Study coordinator: Gurtner, Geoffrey C
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.