Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages Any age to 18

Transplanting stem cells and islet cells in children with type 1 diabetes and immune deficiency

Official title: Sequential Transplantation of Umbilical Cord Blood Stem Cells and Islet Cells in Children and Adolescents With Monogenic Immunodeficiency Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

Run by Children's Hospital of Fudan University · NCT03835312 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if giving children with type 1 diabetes and immune problems a transplant of stem cells followed by insulin-producing cells can help them feel better and possibly cure their conditions.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
AgesAny age to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorChildren's Hospital of Fudan University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 20, 2019
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2028
Study endsDecember 31, 2030
Registry record updatedMarch 17, 2026
Trial IDNCT03835312 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus and associated genetic immunodeficiency.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not have genetic immunodeficiency or those with other forms of diabetes 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 evaluates the effectiveness of sequential transplantation of umbilical cord blood stem cells followed by islet cells in children and adolescents diagnosed with monogenic immunodeficiency type 1 diabetes mellitus. The initial procedure involves transplanting umbilical cord blood stem cells to help restore immune function, after which patients with stable immune recovery will receive islet cell transplantation. This innovative approach aims to address the complications associated with both diabetes and immune deficiency, potentially offering a cure for affected children.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a potential cure for children suffering from monogenic immunodeficiency type 1 diabetes, significantly improving their quality of life.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, similar studies involving stem cell and islet cell transplantation have shown promise in treating diabetes, suggesting potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

1.Type 1 diabetes mellitus children with genetic immunodeficiency

1. Meet the diagnostic criteria of type 1 diabetes mellitus: clinical manifestations of typical diabetes mellitus include polyphagia, polyuria, weight loss, or diabetic ketoacidosis, confirmed by blood sugar level, islet function and autoimmune antibody.
2. Existence of extrapancreatic organ damage: (1) inflammatory bowel disease, (2) impairment of renal function, (3) repeated infection of mouth, skin, anus or whole body, (4) immune hepatitis, (5) persistent chronic immune iridocyclitis, (6) immune adrenalinitis leading to adrenocortical dysfunction, (7) pituitary inflammation leading to hypophysis, (8) rheumatoid disease, (9) immune vasculitis, (10) systemic lupus erythematosus, (11) other organs besides thyroid function damage. Suffering from one or more of above diseases. Recurrence after receiving regular clinical treatment, including symptomatic treatment of organ protective drugs.
3. Gene mutation was found according to gene diagnosis: gene mutation was found by gene sequencing. Literature searches at home and abroad confirmed that the defect of the gene resulted in autoimmune or immune dysfunction, resulting in multiple organ dysfunction and poor prognosis.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Mature and effective treatment methods are available.
2. HIV, HBV and HCV were positive.
3. A the active period of infection.
4. At the active stage of malignant tumors.
5. Combination of other fatal diseases.
6. Existence of mental and psychological diseases.

Where it's running

  • Children's Hospital of Fudan University
    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
    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.