Early diagnosis and care program for type 1 diabetes in children

Fr1da Early Diagnosis and Care of Type 1 Diabetes

Helmholtz Zentrum München · NCT04039945

This study is testing a new screening program to help find type 1 diabetes early in children aged 2 to 10 in Bavaria to prevent serious health issues and support families better.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment285000 (estimated)
Ages2 Years to 10 Years
SexAll
SponsorHelmholtz Zentrum München (industry)
Locations1 site (Munich)
Trial IDNCT04039945 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

The Fr1da initiative aims to implement a comprehensive screening program for early diagnosis of type 1 diabetes in children aged 2 to 10 years in Bavaria. The program includes two screening points: at age 3 and again at age 7, with additional screenings for relatives of affected individuals. The study seeks to prevent severe complications such as ketoacidosis, reduce psychological stress for families, and evaluate the prevalence of early-stage diabetes. It also aims to identify geographical and environmental factors influencing the disease's development and progression.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include children aged 2 to 10 years and relatives of individuals with type 1 diabetes aged 1 to 21 years.

Not a fit: Patients outside the specified age range or those without a family history of type 1 diabetes may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve early detection and management of type 1 diabetes in children, leading to better health outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar early screening approaches for type 1 diabetes, indicating potential for positive outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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written informed consent by one custodial parent

Where this trial is running

Munich

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.

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Conditions: Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus, Fr1da, Fr1da-Plus, type 1 diabetes, islet autoantibodies

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.