Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Research on genetic markers for diabetic ulcers and personalized treatment targets

Official title: Clinical Investigation of Genetic Markers in Diabetic Ulcers and Their Role in Personalized Treatment Targeting

Run by The First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China · NCT06979037 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to find genetic markers in people with diabetic ulcers to see if they can help create personalized treatments that improve healing.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment712 (estimated)
SponsorThe First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Hengyang, Hunan)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMay 16, 2024
Main results expectedMay 16, 2027
Study endsMay 16, 2027
Registry record updatedMay 18, 2025
Trial IDNCT06979037 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients with type 2 diabetes and diabetic ulcers who are at least 55 years old or have had the disease for 10 years or more.

Probably not a fit

Patients with ulcers caused by non-diabetic factors or those with severe cardiovascular or organ 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 research collects blood, ulcer tissue, and fecal samples from patients with diabetic ulcers to analyze genetic markers linked to ulcer risk and healing. The study aims to integrate multi-omics data to create a prediction model for diabetic ulcer risk. By identifying key genetic variations and their regulatory pathways, the research seeks to discover new drug targets that could enhance healing, paving the way for personalized treatment approaches.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective, personalized treatments for patients suffering from diabetic ulcers.

How similar studies have gone: While there is ongoing research in genetic markers for diabetic conditions, this specific approach integrating multi-omics data for diabetic ulcers is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 1\) Subjects who voluntarily participate in this clinical study and sign informed consent;
* 2\) Patients with type 2 diabetes and diabetic ulcers;
* 3\) Disease duration ≥ 10 years or age ≥ 55 years at enrollment;
* 4\) Inpatient or outpatient who can be monitored by the same investigating team throughout the duration of the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1\) Severe vascular occlusion or impairment;
* 2\) Patients with congenital heart disease, aortic dissection, or other severe cardiovascular diseases;
* 3\) Patients with ulcers caused by factors other than diabetes;
* 4\) Patients with severe liver and kidney dysfunction or serious neurological impairment.

Where it's running

  • The First Affiliated Hospital of University of South China
    Hengyang, Hunan, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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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.