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Studying the Presence of CFRD Complications with Thoughtful Recruitment

A national effort to understand the impact of CFRD on long-term health.

Bridging Gaps in CFRD Knowledge

Doctors and researchers are finding that CFRD needs more research to understand its impact on those affected. SPeCTRuM invites everyone who qualifies to join. We believe diversity drives discovery!

Open to All

All people who are eligible can participate.
Health insurance is not needed in this study.

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Study Overview

Our goal is to learn about factors that may help people with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD). We want to learn how common it is to experience health issues relating to the heart, eyes, kidneys, and nerves.

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Thoughtful Recruitment

CFRD can affect people in different ways. We want to make sure that anyone who is eligible can be part of this study.

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Community Advisory Committee

A group of people with cystic fibrosis (CF) or who are parents of children with CF works closely with the team to ensure the study is inclusive and helpful.

ADVANCING CFRD CARE THROUGH Thoughtful Recruitment

All people who are eligible can participate. You do not need health insurance to participate.

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Am I Able to Participate?

To participate in the study, you must:

  • Have been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD) for at least five years from today.
  • Be at least 12 years old.
  • Have not had a transplant.
  • Understand the consent form.

THE PROCESS

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Identify areas for improvement in CF care

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Engage with CF community to design research

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Potential participants review protocol with study team

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Share findings with CF community

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Complete study procedures

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Engage in consent process with study team

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ACTIVE SITES

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ENROLLED PARTICIPANTS

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YOUTH GOAL (AGED 12-20)

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THE STATS

PARTNERS & AFFILIATES