Heart scan could spot hidden risks in kidney transplant patients
NCT ID NCT06234410
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether a special CT scan of the heart (CTCA) can better predict heart attacks and other heart problems in people waiting for a kidney transplant. About 332 patients on the transplant list will get a single CTCA scan before their surgery. Researchers will then follow them to see if the scan identifies those at highest risk, with the goal of improving how doctors assess heart health before transplantation.
What this could mean
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Active substance
computed tomography coronary angiography (CTCA) scan
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a better way to identify kidney transplant candidates at highest risk of heart problems, helping doctors tailor care and potentially reduce heart attacks and deaths.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The scan itself involves radiation and contrast dye, which carries small risks. It may not ultimately improve outcomes or change current practice.
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Queen Elizabeth Hospital
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