New MRI technique aims to spot kidney transplant rejection early

NCT ID NCT03192007

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will use advanced MRI scans to look at kidney transplants in 140 patients. The goal is to see if MRI can measure how well the kidney is working and tell the difference between stable function and problems like rejection. Researchers hope this could lead to a non-invasive way to monitor transplant health, possibly reducing the need for biopsies.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

What this could lead to

If successful, MRI could become a non-invasive tool to monitor kidney transplant health and detect problems early, reducing the need for biopsies.

What could go wrong

This is an early pilot study focused on developing and testing MRI methods, not a treatment. It may not show clear benefits or lead to immediate changes in care.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute transplant rejection transplant rejection

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CMMR

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States