Found 1,598 clinical trials
Pleiotropic Effects of Dapagliflozin in Patients With Acute Coronary Syndromes
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is one of the most important risk factors for atherosclerotic heart disease. Strategies focused solely on glycemic control have failed to demonstrate vascular events reduction in this population. On the other hand, new antidiabetic drugs recently have demonstrated significant decrease of cardiovascular mortality, raising the …
Multidisciplinary Dissection of Renal and Metabolic Effects of Glyfozines on Elderly Patients: From Molecular Aspects to Clinical Indications
The project aims to study the impact of SGLT2i therapy on clinical and biochemical aspects. in elderly. The project will combine different types of data, such as clinical and biological information, and will use advanced Bayesian statistical methods to understand the relationship between risk factors and patient outcomes following treatment …
NOURISH - A Healthcare-community Partnership to Improve Nutrition for Optimal Glycemic Control and Pregnancy Outcomes With Pregestational Diabetes
Nutrition insecurity (inclusive of food insecurity + poor diet quality) is a fundamental social need that must be addressed to improve treatment and health outcomes for high-risk pregnant women with pregestational type 1 and 2 diabetes, poor glucose control, and food insecurity for whom a healthy diet is critical. The …
Biomarkers in the Diagnosis and Prognosis of NAFLD
Fibrosis is considered the leading cause of liver diseases and related mortality. Specifically, hepatic fibrosis is regarded as the consequence of reparative mechanisms initiated by hepatocytes in response to chronic damage. In Western countries, the main known etiologies include hepatitis (B and C), alcoholism, and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). In particular, …
CARBON: UAB Cardiovascular Research Biobank
The UAB Cardiovascular Research Biobank (CARBON) will be a resource that contains biological materials, such as DNA samples, in addition to health and personal information on a large number of people over time. It will be set up so that it can be used in the future as a resource …
Targeting Metabolic Syndrome From the Emergency Department Through Mixed-Methods: Pilot Trial
The objective of this study is to pilot a multifaceted, optimized intervention for metabolic syndrome (MetS) in emergency department patients to establish feasibility. Participants (n=20) will be randomized to intervention or control (usual care). The composite intervention will include an educational video outlining the adverse effects of MetS and the …
Improving Patient-Centered Care for Underserved Older African American Patients With Cardiovascular Comorbidities
This is formative evaluation trial guided by the Values Clarification Theory25 and the Cultural Values Theory26, with specific aims to: Aim 1. Develop a culturally appropriate version of the PPC Approach for older AAs with CVCs by assembling a community advisory group of 3 primary care clinicians, 3 older AA …
Evaluation of the Effect of Finerenone on Renal Function in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease
Research Objectives To evaluate the impact of finerenone on renal function, diabetic complications, and safety in patients with Type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Study Design Type: Prospective, single-arm, multicenter clinical trial. Sample Size: 300 patients. Intervention: Finerenone added to existing treatment regimen (10-20 mg once daily, dose adjusted …
Using Virtual Reality to Improve Medical Training
As the U.S. population ages, future physicians must be prepared to care for older adults with multiple health conditions and complex needs. This study will test whether cinematic virtual reality (VR)-an immersive, interactive learning tool-is more effective than traditional lectures in helping medical students learn about geriatric care. Students who …
Culturally Adapted Dietary Clinical Trial in PR
This project will determine whether a diet culturally adapted to adults in Puerto Rico can effectively decrease cardiometabolic risk factors. This will help define a culturally-appropriate, feasible, and sustainable diet intervention aimed at reducing cardiovascular, type 2 diabetes, and obesity outcomes.
