Impact of Pioglitazone, Metformin and the Combination of Both on Cardiovascular Risk in Insulin-treated Patients With Type 2 Diabetes - The PIOcomb Study
Abstract
The purpose of this study is to determine the Anti-Inflammation Effects of Pioglitazone, twice daily (BID), and Pioglitazone/Metformin Combination Therapy BID in Type 2 Diabetes Subjects Treated with Insulin.
Conditions: Diabetes Mellitus.
Primary outcome: Change from Baseline in Matrix Metallo Proteinase 9..
Enrollment: 121 participants.
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Evidence Hub reads this as a clinical trial, done in people. Its evidence level is 3 of 5 (Moderate · trial / cohort / secondary analysis). Trials without a large randomized design, cohorts and secondary analyses give moderate evidence. Reported size: 121 participants or records.
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