Could surgery beat meds for teen diabetes?

NCT ID NCT04128995

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study compares weight-loss surgery to intensive medical treatment for controlling type 2 diabetes in teenagers aged 13 to 19.9 years. The goal is to see if surgery is better at keeping blood sugar levels healthy and reducing related health problems. Participants are randomly assigned to either surgery or medication, and their progress is tracked over time.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Children's Hospital Colorado

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

  • Cincinnati Childrens

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45229, United States

  • Lurie Children's Hospital

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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