Understanding diabetes in children and young adults.

DP20-001 Assessing the Burden of Diabetes By Type in Children, Adolescents and Young Adults (DiCAYA) - 2020

NIH-funded research Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · NIH-10854707

This study looks at how diabetes affects kids, teens, and young adults, aiming to understand their health, treatment experiences, and overall quality of life so we can find better ways to support them.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionLurie Children's Hospital of Chicago NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chicago, United States)
Project IDNIH-10854707 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the impact of diabetes on children, adolescents, and young adults, focusing on the different types of diabetes they may experience. The study aims to assess the burden of diabetes by collecting data on health outcomes, treatment responses, and quality of life among this age group. By analyzing this information, the research seeks to identify patterns and challenges faced by young individuals with diabetes, ultimately aiming to improve care and support for them.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with any type of diabetes.

Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with diabetes or are outside the age range of children to young adults may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management strategies and support systems for young patients with diabetes.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in understanding diabetes in various populations, indicating that this approach could yield valuable insights.

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.
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