Could a simple injection stop type 1 diabetes before it starts?

NCT ID NCT05683990

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This phase II trial tests a drug called Diamyd, given as injections into lymph nodes, to see if it is safe and can prevent type 1 diabetes in children aged 8 to 17 who are at high risk. Only 5 participants are enrolled, and the study focuses on safety and whether the drug can stop the disease from progressing. It is an early step, not a proven prevention.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Diamyd (a drug injected into lymph nodes to train the immune system)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a way to delay or prevent type 1 diabetes in children who are genetically at risk.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early trial with only 5 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The drug could cause side effects or fail to stop diabetes progression.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autoimmune disease immune system disorder metabolic disease type 1 diabetes mellitus 1 type 1 diabetes mellitus prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Lund University/CRC, Skåne University Hospital,

    Malmö, Sweden