Understanding how acute pancreatitis may lead to type 1 diabetes

Data Coordinating Center for the Type 1 Diabetes in Acute Pancreatitis Consortium

NIH-funded research Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr · NIH-10897937

This study is looking at how having acute pancreatitis might lead to type 1 diabetes, and it’s for anyone who has had pancreatitis and wants to understand their risk better, with the hope of finding ways to prevent diabetes in the future.

Quick facts

Grant typeU01 cooperative agreement
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionPennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Hershey, United States)
Project IDNIH-10897937 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the relationship between acute pancreatitis and the development of type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1D). It aims to identify early biomarkers, clinical signs, and genetic risk factors that could indicate susceptibility to T1D following pancreatitis episodes. By analyzing data from various clinical centers, the project seeks to uncover the mechanisms that trigger T1D and improve treatment practices to reduce its onset. Patients may benefit from insights gained through this research that could lead to better prevention strategies.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals who have experienced acute pancreatitis and are at risk for developing type 1 diabetes.

Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced acute pancreatitis or do not have a risk of developing type 1 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 individuals at risk of developing type 1 diabetes after acute pancreatitis.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the link between acute pancreatitis and diabetes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

Hershey, 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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