Could hepatitis c kidneys save lives? new study tests transplant safety

NCT ID NCT04605679

First seen Feb 02, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study looks at whether it is safe and effective to give kidney transplants from donors with hepatitis C to patients on the waiting list who do not have hepatitis C. The goal is to expand the donor pool and reduce wait times. Researchers will track 31 participants for one year after transplant to see how well the kidney and patient survive.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Loma Linda University Health-Transplant Institute

    Loma Linda, California, 92354, United States

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