Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 50 and up

Investigating biomarkers to predict chronic heart failure in older patients with type 2 diabetes

Official title: Biomarkers as Predictors of Chronic Heart Failure in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

Run by Regionshospital Nordjylland · NCT04941794 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find specific markers in the blood that can help predict if older people with type 2 diabetes will develop chronic heart failure, so they can be monitored and treated early.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages50 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment500 (estimated)
SponsorRegionshospital Nordjylland
Government
Locations1 site (Hjørring)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 1, 2021
Main results expectedJuly 2027
Study endsJuly 2027
Registry record updatedMarch 10, 2026
Trial IDNCT04941794 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged over 50 with type 2 diabetes and no history of heart disease.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a history of acute or chronic heart failure or ischemic heart disease may 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 observational cohort study aims to evaluate potential biomarkers that may predict the onset of chronic heart failure in patients aged over 50 with type 2 diabetes who do not have known heart disease. The study will involve 500 participants who will undergo assessments including echocardiography, ECG, blood tests for various biomarkers, and a 6-minute walk test at the time of inclusion and annually thereafter. By identifying these biomarkers, the study seeks to enhance early detection and management of chronic heart failure in this high-risk population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved early detection and management strategies for chronic heart failure in patients with type 2 diabetes.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is not widely tested, similar studies have shown promise in identifying biomarkers for heart conditions in diabetic populations.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Type 2 diabetes
* age \> 50 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* History of acute or chronic heart failure
* History of ischemic heart disease

Where it's running

  • North Denmark Regional Hospital
    Hjørring, Denmark
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Steen Hylgaard Jørgensen, MD — Department of Cardiology
  • Study coordinator: Peter Leutscher, Professor
  • Email: p.leutscher@rn.dk
  • Phone: 0045 9764 2652

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.