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Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

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17 US clinical trials · 2 currently recruiting

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING Phase 4 1,572 participants

DECIDE: A Comparative Effectiveness Trial of Metformin Versus Insulin for the Treatment of Gestational Diabetes

Ohio State University

NCT06445946

RECRUITING NA 617 participants

Strawberry Candy Twists as an Alternative Screen for Gestational Diabetes: A Prospective Trial

Baylor College of Medicine

NCT02610179

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING Phase 3 1,500 participants

Supporting Transitions to Primary Care Among Under-resourced, Postpartum Women (STEP-UP)

Northwestern University

NCT05852054

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING 395 participants

Elucidation of Breast Milk Composition and Structure Over the First Year of Lactation: UC Davis Lactation Study

University of California, Davis

NCT01817127

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING NA 310 participants

A Shared Decision Making Intervention for Diabetes Prevention in Women With a History of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus

University of California, Los Angeles

NCT04897945

COMPLETED 643 participants

Utility Of Hemoglobin A1C For The Diagnosis Of Gestational Diabetes

Mike O'Callaghan Military Hospital

NCT02273193

COMPLETED NA 398 participants

Supporting American Indian/Alaska Native Mothers and Daughters in Reducing Gestational Diabetes Risk

University of Pittsburgh

NCT02723266

COMPLETED NA 225 participants

Assessing the Effectiveness of a Weight Watchers-based Lifestyle Intervention for the Primary Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes

Indiana University

NCT02000024

COMPLETED NA 199 participants

Pre-pregnancy Lifestyle Intervention to Prevent the Recurrence of Gestational Diabetes in Overweight and Obese Women

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

NCT02763150

COMPLETED Phase 2 180 participants

Diet, Exercise, and Breastfeeding Intervention Program for Women With Gestational Diabetes (DEBI Trial)

Kaiser Permanente

NCT00460018

COMPLETED NA 180 participants

Balance After Baby Intervention for Women With Recent Gestational Diabetes

Brigham and Women's Hospital

NCT02744300

COMPLETED 175 participants

Insulin Action During Pregnancy in Woman at High Risk for Gestational Diabetes

Woman's

NCT00687479

COMPLETED NA 114 participants

Intrapartum Glycemic Control With Insulin Infusion Versus Rotating Fluids

Geisinger Clinic

NCT03912363

COMPLETED NA 105 participants

Trial of Diet in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: Metabolic Consequences to Mother and Offspring

University of Colorado, Denver

NCT02244814

COMPLETED Phase 4 56 participants

Patient Versus Provider-led Titration of Insulin for Glycemic Control in Gestational Diabetes (EMPOWER)

Ohio State University

NCT05922033

COMPLETED 26 participants

User Testing and Feedback for a Mobile Health Program for Postpartum Women: A Pilot Study

University of Colorado, Denver

NCT02384226

COMPLETED NA 8 participants

Evaluating the Feasibility of Using M-Health to Improve Serum Glucose Logs

Leslie Balcazar De Martinez

NCT03340311

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Phase 2 1
Phase 3 1
Phase 4 2

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Gestational Diabetes Mellitus Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 17 US studies indexed under Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, and 2 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 12% of the total volume on the registry. 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.

The phase distribution for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus shows 3 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 1 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). 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.

Top sponsor activity for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is led by University of Colorado, Denver with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 17 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.

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?

Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.

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