Early detection of Type 1 diabetes in children and adolescents who have a parent or sibling with Type 1 diabetes

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Not applicable Interventional Sanofi · NCT07038473

This project will test a screening process to find pre-symptomatic Type 1 diabetes in kids and teens who have a first-degree relative with Type 1 diabetes.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment3500 (estimated)
Ages18 Months to 18 Years
SexAll
SponsorSanofi Industry-sponsored
Locations2 sites (Jeddah, Mecca Region and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT07038473 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This protocol offers standardized screening, monitoring, and data collection for young people at increased risk because they have a first-degree relative with Type 1 diabetes. Participation lasts about 13 months and includes two visits: an initial screening visit and a confirmatory follow-up visit. Clinical tests and brief visits are used to identify pre-symptomatic disease and to confirm any findings. The program follows international recommendations for early detection and regional implementation at participating hospitals.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Children and adolescents aged 1.5 to 18 years who are first-degree relatives of a person with Type 1 diabetes and whose parent or legal guardian can provide informed consent are ideal candidates.

Not a fit: People who already have a diagnosed form of diabetes or a history of insulin treatment are not expected to benefit from this screening approach.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the approach could allow earlier diagnosis so families get monitoring, education, and timely care to reduce risk of severe complications.

How similar studies have performed: Similar international screening programs have successfully identified pre-symptomatic Type 1 diabetes in at-risk relatives, though local standardization varies.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Children and adolescents, age 1.5 years to 18 years
* First degree relatives of T1D probands
* Parent or legal guardian signing an informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Already developed clinical overt T1D
* Known diabetes of any kind (type 1, type 2, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young - MODY)
* Have a previous history of being treated with insulin

The above information is not intended to contain all considerations relevant to a patient's potential participation in a clinical trial.

Where this trial is running

Jeddah, Mecca Region and 1 other locations

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.
Conditions Type 1 Diabetes
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