Assessing heart-related risks in patients with type 2 diabetes

Prospective Observational Study on the Predictive Value of Cardiac Damage Markers High-sensitivity Cardiac Troponin I (Hs-cTnI), N-terminal Pro-B-natriuretic Peptide (NT-proBNP) and Soluble Suppression of Tumorigenesis-2 (sST2) for Mortality and the Development of Cardiovascular Events in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes (Diabetes-CV).

Istituto Nazionale di Ricovero e Cura per Anziani · NCT06902857

This study is trying to see if certain heart-related blood tests can help predict health risks for people with type 2 diabetes.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment1002 (estimated)
Ages50 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorIstituto Nazionale di Ricovero e Cura per Anziani (other)
Locations1 site (Ancona)
Trial IDNCT06902857 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The Diabetes-CV study is an observational study that evaluates the prognostic value of specific serum cardiac markers, including high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I, N-terminal pro-B-natriuretic peptide, and soluble suppression of tumorigenesis-2, in predicting mortality and cardiovascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes. Conducted at the IRCCS INRCA Hospital in Ancona, Italy, this single-center study will analyze clinical and laboratory data from patients attending the Diabetology Unit. The aim is to identify potential risk factors that could help in managing and preventing complications associated with diabetes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes who are attending outpatient services.

Not a fit: Patients with type 1 diabetes, active cancer, or those who have had cancer in remission for less than 5 years may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the ability to predict cardiovascular risks in patients with type 2 diabetes, leading to better management and prevention strategies.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using cardiac markers to predict cardiovascular risks in diabetic populations, suggesting that this approach is supported by existing research.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* type 2 diabetes
* patients attending the outpatient services

Exclusion Criteria:

* type 1 diabetes
* patients with active cancer or cancer in remission for less than 5 years
* any medical or other reason that leads the investigator to consider the subject ineligible for the study.

Where this trial is running

Ancona

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Type 2 Diabetes, Cardiovascular Complication, type 2 diabetes, high-sensitivity cardiac troponin I, N-terminal pro-B-natriuretic peptide, soluble suppression of tumorigenesis-2, mortality risk, diabetes complications

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.