Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Type 2 Diabetes

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) in an Underserved Population

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Diabetes Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes Type 2
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 75
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Prevention
Participants needed
50 (estimated)
Sponsor
Tulane University · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with type 2 diabetes who are uninsured or on Medicaid and take insulin daily. Participants will help assess a new way of managing their diabetes using continuous glucose monitoring.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must be taking Insulin

You may be able to join if

  • I am between 18 and 75 years old
  • I have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes
  • My HbA1C is 7.5% or higher
  • I take at least one insulin injection daily
  • I am established with a primary care or specialist clinic in New Orleans
  • I am on Medicaid, free care, or I am uninsured
  • I can speak and understand English
  • I am capable of giving informed consent

You may not be able to join if

  • I have type 1 diabetes
  • I currently use a continuous glucose monitor or insulin pump
  • I have advanced renal disease or my eGFR is less than 40
  • I have serious health issues that would make it hard to participate
  • I have end-stage renal disease, am on dialysis, or have had a kidney transplant
  • I have a condition that interferes with HbA1C measurement
  • I am pregnant

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The investigators aim is to conduct a randomized clinical trial in an underserved population who are either uninsured or on Medicaid and taking at least one injection of insulin daily. The investigators believe that this study will lead to considerable alleviation of health disparities and provide better care for an underserved population. This will be a pilot study to evaluate the feasibility of …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18-75 years * Type 2 diabetes mellitus * HbA1C ≥ 7.5% * At least on 1 insulin injection therapy daily * Patients established with primary care clinic or endocrinology clinic or diabetes clinics in the New Orleans and surrounding areas * Patients with Medicaid or free care …
Contacts

Neha Upadhyay, BDS,MPH

5049889803

nupadhyay@tulane.edu

CONTACT

Ayitevi Agbodji, MD,MPH&TM

504-988-9839

aagbodji@tulane.edu

CONTACT