Brain scans reveal diabetes link to cognitive decline in rare disease

NCT ID NCT04656210

First seen May 30, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study looks at whether diabetes or blood sugar problems can worsen thinking and memory issues in people with myotonic dystrophy type 1. Researchers will use MRI brain scans and thinking tests over 4 years to track changes. The goal is to understand why some patients have more severe cognitive problems than others.

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Locations

  • Hopital Roger Salengro, CHU Lille

    Lille, 59037, France

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