Prediction Of Microvascular Complications In Type 1 Diabetes Using Novel Retinal Vascular Imaging Techniques
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$396,818.00
Summary
Children with type 1 diabetes face the risk of developing severe complications later in life involving their eyes (retinopathy), kidneys (nephropathy) and nerves (neuropathy). This study aims to determine if subtle, early changes seen in the retinal blood vessels, as measured from new computer imaging techniques, predict the subsequent development of these diabetes complications in children-adolescents with type 1 diabetes.
Defining Vascular Health And Modifiable Risk Factors Over Time In Childhood.
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$368,061.00
Summary
Adult heart disease and strokes have their origin in childhood. We will follow healthy children and children with diabetes or obesity over 2 years during puberty when blood vessel disease is detectable. We will define which are the most sensitive markers of blood vessel disease and the continuum of risk factors. This is essential knowledge to best define children at risk and to test clinical and public health interventions.