Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 30 to 50

Link between heart function changes and fitness in type 2 diabetes patients

Official title: Relationship Between Hemodynamic Changes and Cardiopulmonary Fitness in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients

Run by Bahria University · NCT06842108 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how changes in heart function affect the ability of people with type 2 diabetes to exercise and stay active.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages30 Years to 50 Years
SexAll
Enrollment162 (estimated)
SponsorBahria University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Karachi, Sindh)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 1, 2024
Main results expectedMarch 30, 2025
Study endsApril 15, 2025
Registry record updatedFebruary 24, 2025
Trial IDNCT06842108 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 30-50 years with controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Probably not a fit

Patients with cardiovascular diseases, cerebrovascular diseases, peripheral artery diseases, or pulmonary dysfunction 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 study investigates the relationship between hemodynamic changes and cardiopulmonary fitness in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). It aims to establish how alterations in heart function may correlate with the ability to perform physical activities, which is often diminished in diabetic individuals. By conducting exercise tolerance tests, the study seeks to gather data that could inform clinical practices and interventions aimed at improving management of T2DM and reducing cardiovascular risks. The findings may ultimately enhance the quality of life for these patients.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for type 2 diabetes, reducing cardiovascular risks and enhancing patients' quality of life.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been modest studies linking hemodynamic changes to diabetes, this specific relationship with cardiopulmonary fitness is less explored, making this approach somewhat novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Subjects who agreed to sign the informed consent form.
* Subject with an age group 30-50yrs.
* Female and male.
* Controlled type 2 Diabetes Mellitus patients.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient performing any exercise.
* cardiovascular diseases.
* Patients with Cerebrovascular diseases.
* Patients with Peripheral artery diseases.
* Patients with pulmonary dysfunction.

Where it's running

  • bahria university Health sciences campus karachi
    Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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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.