Clinical Trials from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston

Studies available for: Diabetes

See a study that interests you? Contact that study's coordinator for more information on how to participate.

Study Information:

Study Title:Ceramide containing multivesicular emulsion application as a skin hydration treatment for feet of subjects with non insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus

Study Location:Houston, TX

Facility Name:Houston Main Center

Study Description:A study to determine if CeraVe cream is able to prevent transepidermal water loss and foot dryness in people with non insulin dependent diabetes.

HSC Number:HSC-MS-09-0233

Funding Agency/Source:NIH

Subject Information:

Subject Age Range:18+

Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria:Inclusion: 1) >18 years of age 2) non insulin-dependent diabetes 3) moderate to severe xerosis of both feet [a score of at least 4 on a scale of 0 (normal) to 8 (deep fissuring)] 4) capable of understanding and signing consent form Exclusion: 1) history of ichthyosis vulgaris 2) known hypersensitivity to the topical product used in the study 3) previous use of high potency steroids (class I and II) in past 2 week 4) presence of acute skin disease or infection, such as vascultitis or cellulitis 5) presence of foot ulcer 6) evidence of gangrene

Study Coordinator(s) Information:

Name:Maria Lopez

E-mail:maria.d.lopez@uth.tmc.edu

Phone Number:713-500-8266

Name:Laura Lester, MD

E-mail:laura.j.lester@uth.tmc.edy

Phone Number:713-500-8266

Principal Investigator Information:

Name:Adelaide Hebert

Study Information:

Study Title:Century Health Study

Study Location:Houston, Tx

Facility Name:University of Texas Medical School

Study Description:The Century Health Study is a collaboration between UT Medical School and Memorial Hermann Hospital looking at advanced treatment for patients with documented heart disease and those who have multiple risk factors for heart disease. It is a randomized 5 year study testing two strategies for treating heart disease. One study group will be scheduled for dietary and lifestyle assessments once a year throughout the study, the other group will be scheduled for dietary and lifestyle counseling 5 times during the first year and twice a year thereafter. Patients who are referred for a nuclear stress test may qualify for the study. All patients will undergo a cardiac PET scan at the first visit, at 2 and 5 years and basic chemistry and cholesterol levels will be drawn. At every visit, study participants will see a study nurse, cardiologist, and a dietician. The visits, testing, counseling, and lab work are provided at no cost to the participant. This program is meant to support and not to subs

More Information:website

HSC Number:HSC-MS-08-0312

Funding Agency/Source:Weatherhead Foundation

Subject Information:

Subject Age Range:40 years of age and above

Inclusion/Exclusion Criteria:Inclusion criteria: Multiple cardiovascular risk factors such as current or recent smoking, diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, positive family history of heart disease less than 60 years of age; body mass index of 35 or less; calcium score of >400; History of coronary artery bypass surgery; coronary angioplasty and/or stent procedure; documented heart disease; chest pain symptoms. No history of liver disease or kidney disease

Study Coordinator(s) Information:

Name:Catey Carter, RN

E-mail:catharine.v.carter@uth.tmc.edu

Phone Number:713-500-5200

E-mail:ms.century@uth.tmc.edu

Phone Number:713-500-5200

Principal Investigator Information:

Name:Stefano Sdringola, MD