Improving decision-making for patients with dementia and diabetes

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 study aims to enhance shared decision-making for patient-caregiver dyads dealing with diabetes and Alzheimer's Disease or related dementias. Participants will undergo semi-structured interviews to identify their needs while using a continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device. Following a 14-day period of CGM usage, the study will develop an interactive tool to improve the understanding of CGM data for both patients and caregivers. The approach focuses on user-centered design to ensure the tool meets the specific needs of the dyads involved.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Patient-Caregiver Dyad Inclusion Criteria:

* patient must have dual diagnosis of MCI or ADRD and diabetes (DM)
* patient must have active prescriptions for DM
* patient must have had at least one visit to an Eskenazi or IU Health primary care clinic within 12 months
* patient must be able to provide assent and have a legally authorized representative (LAR) consent on their behalf if patient lacks capacity to consent
* patient must have a caregiver aged 18 years or older who interacts daily, or almost daily, with the patient
* patient and caregiver must both speak English
* patient and caregiver must both reside in the community
* dyad must have internet access

Patient-Caregiver Dyad Exclusion Criteria:

* patient has terminal illness
* use of an automated insulin delivery system
* patient is receiving dialysis
* patient is taking ascorbic acid during monitoring period
* patient has existing implanted medical devices
* patient has a bleeding disorder
* patient has a pre-existing arm skin lesions
* patient has an allergy to medical adhesive or isopropyl alcohol
* patient has plans for imaging or diathermy treatment during the study period

Where it's running

• Eskenazi Health
  Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: April Savoy, PhD — Indiana University
• Study coordinator: April Savoy, PhD
• Email: asavoy@iu.edu
• Phone: 317-278-2194

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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.