Diabetes may weaken healing power of natural blood membranes

NCT ID NCT07672652

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study investigates whether type 2 diabetes changes the levels of key growth factors and inflammatory markers in Albumin Platelet-Rich Fibrin (Alb-PRF) membranes—a blood-derived material used to support wound healing and dental tissue repair. Researchers will compare Alb-PRF samples from 10 people with type 2 diabetes and 10 healthy volunteers, measuring interleukin-6, epidermal growth factor, and insulin-like growth factor-1. The goal is to understand if diabetes alters the biological makeup of these membranes, which could affect their effectiveness in regenerative treatments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Albumin platelet-rich fibrin (Alb-PRF) membranes

What this could lead to

If diabetes alters the composition of Alb-PRF, this could guide personalized regenerative treatments for people with diabetes.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early observational study with only 20 participants. It measures biomarkers, not clinical outcomes, so real-world impact is uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetes mellitus type 2 diabetes mellitus

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • İzmir Katip Çelebi University

    Izmir, Cigli, 35620, Turkey (Türkiye)