Using continuous glucose monitoring to improve diabetes outcomes in veterans
Use of continuous glucose monitoring and long-term diabetes outcomes within the Veteran Affairs Health Care System
This study is looking at how using continuous glucose monitors can help veterans with adult-onset diabetes manage their blood sugar better and avoid serious health problems, so they can live healthier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Phoenix VA Health Care System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Phoenix, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11003259 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) within the Veterans Affairs Health Care System to better understand its impact on diabetes management, particularly for those with adult-onset diabetes. The study aims to evaluate how CGM can help achieve optimal glucose control and reduce the risk of serious complications associated with diabetes, such as cardiovascular disease and renal issues. By analyzing clinical and demographic data, the research seeks to identify the long-term benefits of CGM for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes patients. The findings could inform best practices for implementing CGM in diabetes care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are veterans diagnosed with adult-onset diabetes, including both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have diabetes or those who are not veterans may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes management and reduced complications for veterans with diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with continuous glucose monitoring in early-onset diabetes, but this research aims to explore its effects in adult-onset diabetes, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Phoenix, United States
- Phoenix VA Health Care System — Phoenix, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Reaven, Peter D — Phoenix VA Health Care System
- Study coordinator: Reaven, Peter 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.