Scientists investigate why some diabetic foot ulcers never heal

NCT ID NCT06154915

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This observational study will compare blood and tissue samples from 40 diabetic patients with foot ulcers. Researchers want to understand how immune cells differ between people whose ulcers heal and those whose ulcers do not. The goal is to identify specific immune cell patterns that may prevent healing.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could point toward new ways to treat or prevent chronic foot ulcers in people with diabetes.

What could go wrong

This is a small observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to any direct medical advances.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Diabetic Foot immunodeficiency disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Karolinska University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Huddinge, Stockholm County, 141 57, Sweden

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