Clinical trial Recruiting at 10 sites Observational

Observational study on fulminant type 1 diabetes in China

Official title: Multicenter Study of Fulminant Type 1 Diabetes in China

Run by Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University · NCT05593081 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to learn more about fulminant type 1 diabetes by looking at the health data of patients experiencing it for the first time and comparing it to healthy individuals.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment240 (estimated)
SponsorSecond Xiangya Hospital of Central South University
Academic / other
Locations10 sites (Quanzhou, Fujian and 9 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 20, 2022
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2027
Study endsDecember 31, 2027
Registry record updatedOctober 25, 2022
Trial IDNCT05593081 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with fulminant type 1 diabetes who meet specific clinical criteria.

Probably not a fit

Patients with a prior diagnosis of diabetes or those with chronic diseases 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 study focuses on fulminant type 1 diabetes (FT1D) by collecting clinical data from patients experiencing their first episode of the disease. It aims to analyze the clinical characteristics and identify HLA susceptibility genes associated with FT1D by comparing data from FT1D patients to age-sex-matched healthy controls. The research includes a comprehensive analysis of various laboratory indicators and genetic factors to enhance understanding and improve diagnosis and treatment of FT1D. A total of 240 FT1D patients and 250 healthy controls will be involved in the study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of fulminant type 1 diabetes, potentially enhancing patient outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: While this study explores a specific aspect of type 1 diabetes, similar studies have shown success in identifying genetic factors related to diabetes susceptibility.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
patients with fulminant 1 diabetes

Inclusion Criteria:

1\) diabetic ketosis or ketoacidosis occurred soon after the onset of hyperglycemic symptoms; 2) patient presented with plasma glucose ≥16.0 mmol/L and HbA1c \<8.7% at the first visit; and 3) patient had urinary C-peptide excretion \<10 µg/day,fasting serum C-peptide level \<0.10 nmol/L, or postprandial serum C-peptide \<0.17 nmol/L at onset

Exclusion Criteria:

Case reports of previously diagnosed with diabetes were excluded.

Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion Criteria:

* Normal control: The inclusion criteria are as follows: (1) Oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT): fasting blood glucose (FPG) \<5.6 mmol/L and postprandial 2 h blood glucose (PPG) \<7.8 mmol/L. The participants voluntarily signed the informed consent and extracted 3ml of peripheral blood for DNA extraction.

Exclusion Criteria:

* The exclusion criteria were as follows: (1) with heart, brain, liver, kidney or other chronic diseases; (2) with other types of autoimmune diseases; (3) with malignant tumors; (4) with a family history of diabetes.

Where it's running

  • Quanzhou First People's Hospital
    Quanzhou, Fujian, China
    Recruiting
  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou Medical University
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    Recruiting
  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi Medical University
    Nanning, Guangxi, China
    Recruiting
  • Guizhou Provincial People's Hospital
    Zunyi, Guangzhou, China
    Recruiting
  • Hainan Provincial People's Hospital
    Haikou, Hainan, China
    Recruiting
  • Changsha Central Hospital
    Changsha, Hunan, China
    Recruiting
Show 4 more locations
  • Yancheng Third People's Hospital
    Yancheng, Jiangs, China
    Recruiting
  • The First Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University
    Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
    Recruiting
  • Yunnan Provincial People's Hospital
    Kunming, Yunnan, China
    Recruiting
  • The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University
    Changsha, China
    Recruiting

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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.