Can we spot future kidney disease in preterm babies?
NCT ID NCT02000895
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 300 preterm and full-term infants from birth to age 10 to see how their kidneys grow and function. Researchers use ultrasound and blood/urine tests to find early markers of kidney injury and high blood pressure. The goal is to identify at-risk children before they develop serious adult diseases like hypertension or chronic kidney disease.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help doctors identify which preterm babies are at risk for kidney and heart problems early, allowing for preventive care.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not testing a treatment. It may not lead to direct interventions, and results may take years to confirm.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Miami/ Holtz Children's Hospital
RECRUITINGMiami, Florida, 33136, United States
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