Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 20 and up

Community engagement to prevent Type II diabetes in urban Pakistan

Official title: Engagement of coMmunity Through Participatory Learning and Action for cOntrol and preVEntion of Type II Diabetes and Its Risk Factors [EMPOWER-D]: Feasibility Trial in Urban Pakistan

Run by Baqai Institute of Diabetology and Endocrinology · NCT06570057 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying a community-based program in urban Karachi to see if it can help prevent and manage Type II diabetes for people aged 20 and older.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages20 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment240 (estimated)
SponsorBaqai Institute of Diabetology and Endocrinology
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Karachi, Sindh)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 24, 2024
Main results expectedNovember 2026
Study endsOctober 2027
Registry record updatedAugust 26, 2024
Trial IDNCT06570057 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 20 years and above residing in Karachi, Pakistan, who are willing to participate and provide consent.

Probably not a fit

Patients under the age of 20 or those with severe health conditions that may hinder their participation will 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 project focuses on adapting, implementing, and evaluating a Participatory Learning and Action (PLA) based intervention aimed at preventing and controlling Type II diabetes in urban Karachi, Pakistan. The intervention is designed to enhance community participation and address the social and behavioral determinants of health. By utilizing evidence-based approaches and best practices, the trial seeks to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of this intervention in an urban context, which has not been previously tested. The study will involve individuals aged 20 and above, including those with normoglycemia, intermediate hyperglycemia, and diabetes, to foster a comprehensive community approach to diabetes management.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce the incidence and impact of Type II diabetes in urban populations, improving overall community health.

How similar studies have gone: Similar approaches have shown success in rural settings, but this specific PLA-based intervention has not been tested in urban communities, making it a novel endeavor.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Individuals aged 20 years and above.
* Participants residing in the randomized clusters of Karachi, Pakistan
* Individuals willing to participate in the study and provide consent.
* Both individuals with normoglycemia, intermediate hyperglycemia, and diabetes are encouraged to participate.
* Participants who can attend the scheduled meetings and interventions as per the study protocol.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals below the age of 20 years.
* Individuals unwilling to provide consent for participation.
* Participants with severe health conditions that may hinder their active involvement in the study.
* Individuals with non-compliance with research protocols

Where it's running

  • Baqai Institute of Diabetology and Endocrinology (BIDE)
    Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Abdul Basit, Director — Baqai Institute of Diabetes and Endocrinology
  • Study coordinator: Abdul Basit, Director
  • Email: abdulbasit@bide.edu.pk
  • Phone: 922136688897

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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