Understanding how acute pancreatitis may lead to type 1 diabetes
Data Coordinating Center for the Type 1 Diabetes in Acute Pancreatitis Consortium
This study is looking at how having acute pancreatitis might lead to type 1 diabetes, and it aims to find early warning signs and risk factors to help identify people who could be at risk for developing diabetes after pancreatitis.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hershey, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11324799 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the connection 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 who is most at risk for developing T1D after experiencing acute pancreatitis. The study will involve collaboration among multiple clinical centers and will utilize a Data Coordinating Center to analyze data and support the research efforts. By understanding these relationships, the research seeks to inform better treatment practices and potentially reduce the incidence of T1D onset.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have had episodes of acute pancreatitis and may be 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 strategies for preventing type 1 diabetes in patients who have experienced acute pancreatitis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the links between autoimmune conditions and acute pancreatitis, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Hershey, United States
- Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr — Hershey, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chinchilli, Vernon M — Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Chinchilli, Vernon M
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.