BMI and Its Relationship to Hypoglycemic Seizures in Children With Insulin-requiring Diabetes

Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Clinical Trial

Official title: BMI and Its Relationship to Hypoglycemic Seizures in Children With Insulin-requiring Diabetes

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

The landmark study Diabetes Control and Complication Trial (DCCT) clearly showed that intensive insulin management delays the onset and progression of longterm complications in adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). The same clinic trial also showed increased rate of severe hypoglycemia which required assistance. The risks of severe hypoglycemia, defined as loss of consciousness or seizure associated with hypoglycemia, include lower HbA1C, younger age, higher insulin dose, male sex, lower parental socioeconomic status, non-Hispanic white ethnicity, longer duration of disease, the presence of psychiatric disorders, and underinsurance.

The purpose of this protocol is to explore the relationship between hypoglycemic seizures and BMI.

Clinical Trial Description

This is a retrospective study using questionnaire/survey/interview. We will give subjects a letter stating the purpose and describing the study. We will answer all questions they have about the study. Once the parents and patient verbally agree to participate in the study, we will proceed with the survey. ;

Study Design

Observational Model: Cohort, Time Perspective: Retrospective

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Diabetes Mellitus
• Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
• Seizures
• Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

• NCT number: NCT00717483
• Study type: Observational
• Source: Baylor College of Medicine
• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Start date: July 2008
• Completion date: May 2010