Investigating the link between acute pancreatitis and diabetes development
University of Minnesota Clinical Center for the Study of Acute Pancreatitis and Diabetes
This study is looking at how having acute pancreatitis might lead to diabetes in adults, and it aims to find out what factors contribute to this change in health so that we can better understand and help those affected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894778 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how acute pancreatitis (AP) can lead to the development of diabetes mellitus (DM) in patients. It aims to identify the clinical risk factors and underlying mechanisms, such as beta cell autoimmunity and insulin secretion defects, that contribute to this condition. By establishing a multi-center cohort of adults with a history of AP, the study will analyze metabolic dysfunction and immunologic factors associated with DM following AP. Patients will be monitored over time to gather comprehensive data on their health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults who have a history of acute pancreatitis and are at risk of developing diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients without a history of acute pancreatitis or those who do not have diabetes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention and treatment strategies for diabetes in patients who have experienced acute pancreatitis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated a connection between acute pancreatitis and diabetes, but this study aims to explore this relationship in greater depth, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bellin, Melena D. — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Bellin, Melena D.
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.