Examining the link between diabetic neuropathy and muscle mass in type 2 diabetes patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the relationship between diabetic neuropathy and muscle mass in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus aged over 45. It utilizes ultrasound to measure anterior thigh muscle thickness, adjusting for body mass index to calculate muscle mass. Participants will undergo clinical tests, including hand grip strength and chair stand tests, to assess muscle power and function. The study will also investigate the prevalence of sarcopenia in this population and its correlation with diabetic neuropathy, as determined by nerve conduction studies.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* The study group consisted of patients diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes mellitus aged ≥45 years old

Exclusion Criteria:

* Type 1 DM, gestational diabetes mellitus
* Severe cardiopulmonary disease, significant/previous neurological disorder (e.g., ischemic stroke, Parkinson disease) causing difficulty during daily activities (e.g., walking), visual deficit, and psychiatric problem
* Other neuropathy-associated factors such as: alcohol, nutrition, poisoning and drug addiction
* Patients with renal diseases, malignancy and autoimmune diseases
* Patients on long term use of Steroids

Where it's running

• Ain Shams university
  Cairo, Abbassia, Egypt Recruiting
• Ain Shams university
  Cairo, Abbassia, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Wafaa M Mohamed Abd ElAzim, Masters degree
• Email: wafaa.mahmoud@med.asu.edu.eg
• Phone: +201012932752

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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.