KIDNEY TRANSPLANT

This study looked at whether older patients with kidney failure live longer if they get a transplant from a living donor who isn't a perfect blood or tissue match, instead of waiting for a perfectly matched deceased donor. Researchers compared survival rates for over 1,800 patien…

This study tested if using a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) could help manage blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes after they received a kidney transplant. Twenty patients wore the monitor for three months to see if better glucose control could reduce hospital readmission…

This study tested whether giving monthly fruit and vegetable vouchers for six months could help young kidney transplant patients who struggle to afford healthy food. It involved 19 participants aged 2 to 25. Researchers looked at whether the vouchers improved participants' diets,…

This study tested a small, handheld device that allows people with a kidney transplant to check their kidney function at home with a finger-prick blood test. Researchers compared the device's results to standard lab tests to see if it was accurate and reliable. They also asked pa…

This study compared two different nerve block techniques to see which one better manages pain after kidney transplant surgery. It involved 40 adult patients undergoing a transplant. Researchers measured pain levels and painkiller use for 24 hours after surgery to determine if one…

This study aimed to understand how well the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine works in adults with weakened immune systems compared to healthy adults. Researchers measured antibody levels in the blood and nose of 196 participants, including people with conditions like cancer, HIV, and orga…