HIV+ to HIV+ kidney transplants: a small step forward
NCT ID NCT03408106
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study looked at whether people with HIV can safely donate a kidney to others with HIV. Only 3 participants were enrolled, and the main goal was to track any side effects from the donor surgery. The study also monitored donors for long-term kidney problems and changes in their HIV treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
living donor kidney transplant
What this could lead to
If successful, this could expand the pool of available kidneys for HIV-positive patients, reducing wait times for transplants.
What could go wrong
This was a very small trial with only 3 participants, so results may not apply broadly. There are also risks from surgery and potential long-term kidney issues for donors.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States
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Northwestern University
Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States