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Gestational Diabetes Mellitus clinical trials
2 of 17 indexed Gestational Diabetes Mellitus trials are currently recruiting.
17 US clinical trials · 2 currently recruiting
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is the subject of 17 registered US clinical trials on ClinicalTrials.gov, 2 of them currently open to new participants. 3 are in Phase 3-4 (later-stage) and 1 in Phase 1-2 (earlier-stage). The most active sponsor is University of Colorado, Denver, running 2 of these trials.
The research picture
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus has 17 registered US clinical trials, 2 of them open to new participants right now, about 12% of the total.
- 2
- recruiting participants now
- 12%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 3
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 2
- top sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver
Active & Recent Trials
17 total, page 1 of 1
DECIDE: A Comparative Effectiveness Trial of Metformin Versus Insulin for the Treatment of Gestational Diabetes
Ohio State University
NCT06445946
Strawberry Candy Twists as an Alternative Screen for Gestational Diabetes: A Prospective Trial
Baylor College of Medicine
NCT02610179
Supporting Transitions to Primary Care Among Under-resourced, Postpartum Women (STEP-UP)
Northwestern University
NCT05852054
Elucidation of Breast Milk Composition and Structure Over the First Year of Lactation: UC Davis Lactation Study
University of California, Davis
NCT01817127
A Shared Decision Making Intervention for Diabetes Prevention in Women With a History of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
University of California, Los Angeles
NCT04897945
Utility Of Hemoglobin A1C For The Diagnosis Of Gestational Diabetes
Mike O'Callaghan Military Hospital
NCT02273193
Supporting American Indian/Alaska Native Mothers and Daughters in Reducing Gestational Diabetes Risk
University of Pittsburgh
NCT02723266
Assessing the Effectiveness of a Weight Watchers-based Lifestyle Intervention for the Primary Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes
Indiana University
NCT02000024
Pre-pregnancy Lifestyle Intervention to Prevent the Recurrence of Gestational Diabetes in Overweight and Obese Women
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
NCT02763150
Diet, Exercise, and Breastfeeding Intervention Program for Women With Gestational Diabetes (DEBI Trial)
Kaiser Permanente
NCT00460018
Balance After Baby Intervention for Women With Recent Gestational Diabetes
Brigham and Women's Hospital
NCT02744300
Insulin Action During Pregnancy in Woman at High Risk for Gestational Diabetes
Woman's
NCT00687479
Intrapartum Glycemic Control With Insulin Infusion Versus Rotating Fluids
Geisinger Clinic
NCT03912363
Trial of Diet in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Metabolic Consequences to Mother and Offspring
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT02244814
Patient Versus Provider-led Titration of Insulin for Glycemic Control in Gestational Diabetes (EMPOWER)
Ohio State University
NCT05922033
User Testing and Feedback for a Mobile Health Program for Postpartum Women: A Pilot Study
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT02384226
Evaluating the Feasibility of Using M-Health to Improve Serum Glucose Logs
Leslie Balcazar De Martinez
NCT03340311
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 2 | 1 |
| Phase 3 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Trial Landscape
17 indexed Gestational Diabetes Mellitus studies · 2 recruiting (12%).
Phase mix: 3 late (III/IV) vs 1 early (I/II).
Top sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver (2 trials), 9 others listed. 17 shown below, recruiting first.
How to read this condition's trial landscape
That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus?
PlainTrial tracks 17 US clinical trials for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, of which 2 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.
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