Automated insulin delivery system for managing high blood sugar in type 1 diabetes
Official title: Assessment of a Fully-closed Loop AID System With a Context-aware Hyperglycemia Pattern Detection and Dosing Algorithm in People With Type 1 Diabetes
Run by Oregon Health and Science University · NCT06676657 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests a new automated insulin delivery system for people with type 1 diabetes to see if it can better manage high blood sugar compared to a standard system.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
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| Ages | 18 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 10 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Oregon Health and Science University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Portland, Oregon) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 22, 2024 |
| Main results expected | July 30, 2025 |
| Study ends | August 30, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | April 11, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06676657 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with type 1 diabetes, an HbA1c of 7.0% or higher, and currently using a hybrid closed loop insulin delivery system.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with well-controlled diabetes (HbA1c below 6.5%) or those with severe hyperglycemia (HbA1c above 10.5%) may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study evaluates a new algorithm for an artificial pancreas that automatically delivers insulin based on high blood sugar detection. Participants will use an Omnipod insulin delivery system and a Dexcom G6 continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to collect glucose data. Over a four-week period, the system will learn from participants' glucose patterns and activity data to improve insulin dosing. The effectiveness of this new algorithm will be compared to a standard automated insulin delivery system without high blood sugar detection.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to better glucose control and reduced complications for patients with type 1 diabetes.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise with automated insulin delivery systems, but this specific algorithm is a novel approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus for at least 1 year. * Male or female participants 18 and older. * HbA1c or GMI ≥ 7.0% at screening. * Physically willing and able to perform 30 min of exercise (as determined by the investigator after reviewing the participant's activity level). * Current use of an FDA-approved hybrid closed loop system for ≥3 months. * Lives with another person age 18 or older who will sleep in the house at night and that can attend the training on using the system. * Lives within 40 miles of OHSU * Total daily insulin requirement is less than 139 units/day. * Able to read, write and understand spoken English * Current use of a smartphone so can be contacted by study staff off-campus. * Willingness to follow all study procedures, including attending all clinic visits. * Willingness to sign informed consent and HIPAA documents. Exclusion Criteria: * GMI or A1c \<6.5% or \>10.5% * Sensor glucose shows \< 2% of time above 250 mg/dl in last 30 days. * Individual of childbearing potential who is pregnant or intending to become pregnant or breast-feeding, or is not using adequate contraceptive methods. Acceptable contraception includes birth control pill / patch / vaginal ring, Depo-Provera, Norplant, an IUD, the double barrier method (the woman uses a diaphragm and spermicide and the man uses a condom), or abstinence. * Any cardiovascular disease, defined as a clinically significant EKG abnormality at the time of screening or any history of: stroke, heart failure, myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, or coronary arterial bypass graft or angioplasty. Diagnosis of 2nd or 3rd degree heart block or any non-physiological arrhythmia judged by the investigator to be exclusionary. * Renal insufficiency (GFR \< 60 ml/min, using the MDRD equation as reported by the OHSU laboratory). * Liver failure, cirrhosis, or any other liver disease that compromises liver function as determined by the investigator. * History of severe hypoglycemia during the past 6 months prior to screening visit or hypoglycemia unawareness as judged by the investigator. Participants will complete a hypoglycemia awareness questionnaire. Participants will be excluded for four or more R responses. * History of diabetes ketoacidosis during the prior 6 months prior to screening visit, as diagnosed on hospital admission or as judged by the investigator. * Adrenal insufficiency. * Any active infection (example skin infection requiring antibiotics) * Known or suspected abuse of alcohol, narcotics, or illicit drugs. * Seizure disorder. * Active foot ulceration. * Peripheral arterial disease. * Major surgical operation within 30 days prior to screening. * Use of an investigational drug within 30 days prior to screening. * Chronic usage of any immunosuppressive medication (such as cyclosporine, azathioprine, sirolimus, or tacrolimus). * Bleeding disorder or platelet count below 50,000. * Allergy to Fiasp insulin * Current administration of oral or parenteral corticosteroids. * Any life threatening disease, including malignant neoplasms and medical history of malignant neoplasms within the past 5 years prior to screening (except basal and squamous cell skin cancer). * Use of beta blockers or non-dihydropyridine calcium channel blockers. * Current use of any medication that can lower glucose other than insulin (ex. Wegovy, Jardiance) with the exception of metformin if dose has been stable for ≥3 months and patient willing to not change dose during study. * Gastroparesis * Diet consisting of less than 50 grams of carbohydrates per day. * A positive response to any of the questions from the Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire with one exception: participant will not be excluded if he/she takes a single blood pressure medication that doesn't impact heart rate and blood pressure is controlled on the medication (blood pressure is less than 140/90 mmHg). * Any chest discomfort with physical activity, including pain or pressure, or other types of discomfort. * Any clinically significant disease or disorder which in the opinion of the Investigator may jeopardize the participant's safety or compliance with the protocol.
Where it's running
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Oregon Health and Science University
Portland, Oregon, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Leah Wilson, MD — Oregon Health and Science University
- Study coordinator: Leah Wilson, MD
- Email: wilsolea@ohsu.edu
- Phone: 503-494-3273
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.