Effects of Optimized Glycemic Control Achieved With add-on Basal Insulin Therapy on Indexes of Endothelial Damage and Regeneration in Type 2 Diabetic Patients With Macroangiopathy. A Randomized Cross-over Trial Comparing Detemir vs Glargine
The trial, sponsored by the University of Padova, investigates the comparative effects of two basal insulin analogues, detemir and glargine, on endothelial function in poorly controlled type 2 diabetes patients with macroangiopathy. Given the increasing prevalence of diabetes and its cardiovascular complications, successful outcomes could enhance the therapeutic profile of these insulin formulations, potentially leading to expanded market opportunities. The findings may influence treatment guidelines and provide a competitive edge in the diabetes management market, particularly for patients with cardiovascular comorbidities. Companies with existing insulin products may need to assess their positioning in light of these results, especially if one formulation demonstrates superior efficacy in improving EPC levels and endothelial function.
Indication: Type 2 Diabetes
Modality: small molecule
Target: Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) and markers of endothelial function.
Sponsor: University of Padova
Source URL: ClinicalTrials.gov
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Ingested: Jun 25, 2026
Model: trialsignal-ai-v1
Validation: validated
Matched by target_normalized: Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) and markers of endothelial function.
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Condition raw: Type 2 Diabetes, Endothelial Dysfunction, Cardiovascular Disease
Condition normalized: Type 2 Diabetes, Endothelial Dysfunction, Cardiovascular Disease
Modality raw: small molecule
Modality normalized: small molecule
Target raw: Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) and markers of endothelial function.
Target normalized: Endothelial progenitor cells (EPCs) and markers of endothelial function.