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
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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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CMMR
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States