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This study looks at 75 kidney transplant patients to compare two drug regimens: one using a single dose of RATG plus basiliximab, and another using seven doses of RATG plus basiliximab. The goal is to see which approach causes fewer side effects like low blood cell counts and inf…

This study tests a new surgical method called RADAR for creating blood vessel connections needed for dialysis in 200 people with end-stage kidney disease. The goal is to see if this technique leads to fewer blockages and better long-term function compared to the standard approach…

This study compares robot-assisted kidney transplant to the standard open surgery in 106 adults with end-stage kidney disease. The goal is to see if the robotic approach reduces serious complications like bleeding or blood clots within 30 days after surgery. Participants are rand…

This study tests whether kidneys from donors with hepatitis C can be safely transplanted into people without the virus. Recipients will take the antiviral drug Epclusa for 12 weeks to prevent or treat infection. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and effective, potential…

This study looks at how well a new robotic surgery system (Medtronic Hugo) works for urologic procedures like removing prostate, bladder, or kidney tumors. About 144 adults will have surgery with the robot, and doctors will check if the surgery is completed without switching to a…

This study follows 11 kidney transplant patients who received an experimental cell therapy called TX200-TR101 in an earlier trial. Researchers will monitor them for up to 15 years to check for long-term side effects and how well their transplanted kidney is doing. The goal is to …

This study tests whether giving estrogen through a vein during kidney transplant surgery can reduce damage to the new kidney. It includes 30 women who need dialysis and are getting a kidney from a deceased donor. The goal is to see if estrogen helps the kidney work better right a…

This study looks at whether the drug nicorandil can lower the risk of heart problems like heart attacks, strokes, and heart-related death in people who have both coronary artery disease and end-stage kidney disease and are on dialysis. The study includes 268 adults and compares t…

This study looks at whether a structured exercise program can help people with obesity lose weight so they can become active candidates for a kidney transplant. Ten adults who are currently on the inactive transplant list due to a high body mass index will take part. The main goa…

This study looks at whether adding a special filter (hemoperfusion) to regular dialysis can better remove waste products from the blood of people with end-stage kidney disease. About 410 adults on maintenance dialysis will be randomly assigned to get either standard dialysis or d…

This study tests a new device called STARgraft-3, a tube used for dialysis in people with end-stage kidney disease. The goal is to see if it stays open longer and resists infection better than standard grafts. About 21 adults will be followed for up to a year to check how well th…

This study looks at whether people with ANCA vasculitis who have reached end-stage kidney disease can safely stop taking immunosuppressive medications. The goal is to see if stopping these drugs lowers the risk of serious infections and other side effects without causing dangerou…

This study tests a 1-month course of three medicines (isoniazid, rifapentine, and vitamin B6) to treat latent tuberculosis in 25 adults with end-stage kidney disease who are candidates for a kidney transplant. The goal is to see if this shorter treatment is safe and easy to compl…

This study is testing a new device called the aXess graft for people with end-stage kidney disease who need hemodialysis but cannot have a standard fistula. The graft is placed in the arm to provide a reliable access point for dialysis. Researchers are checking how safe the graft…

This study looks at whether giving extra nutrition through a vein during dialysis (called IDPN) helps people with kidney failure maintain muscle mass and improve their quality of life. About 166 adults on long-term dialysis will receive IDPN or standard care. The goal is to see i…

This study aimed to see if hydroxychloroquine could prevent COVID-19 hospitalizations in adults on dialysis for kidney failure. It was designed as a randomized trial but was withdrawn before enrolling any participants. No results are available.

This study tests whether an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol can reduce the need for strong painkillers after a kidney transplant from a living donor. Sixty adult participants will receive a carbohydrate drink, Tylenol, gabapentin, a local numbing injection, and ea…

This study tests a virtual reality platform designed for people on hemodialysis. The platform includes games to encourage exercise, plus nutritional advice and psychological support. Researchers hope it will improve patients' walking ability, quality of life, and overall well-bei…

This study tests whether a live, online exercise program can improve physical function in adults waiting for a kidney transplant. Eighty participants will either join twice-weekly virtual exercise sessions or a health education class. The main goal is to see if they can stand up …

This study explores whether doing origami (paper folding) can help people on hemodialysis feel more comfortable and improve their quality of life. Researchers will enroll 60 adults who have been on dialysis for at least six months. Participants will do origami activities, and the…

This study aims to find the genetic causes of kidney diseases like FSGS and nephrotic syndrome. Researchers will collect saliva and urine samples from up to 2,050 participants, including patients and their family members, as well as healthy volunteers. The goal is to understand w…

This study was designed to see if different types of anesthesia could help a surgically created blood vessel connection (called a fistula) work better for dialysis patients. The plan was to compare three methods: a nerve block in the armpit, a nerve block in the neck, and local a…

This study looks at whether people who received a kidney transplant later regret their choice. Researchers will survey 250 patients one year after their transplant to measure feelings of regret and quality of life. The goal is to understand how common regret is and help doctors s…

This study looked at 122 adults who received a kidney from a living donor. Researchers wanted to see if the amount of fluids given in the first 4 hours after surgery affected how well the new kidney worked. They measured kidney function and complications in the first week and fir…

This study tests whether an educational program and a mobile health app can help adults with kidney failure find a living donor for a transplant. About 775 participants who haven't yet identified a donor will take part. The goal is to see if these tools increase the number of liv…

This study is testing whether a simple urine test can detect signs of kidney transplant rejection in children. Researchers are looking for specific molecules in urine that signal the body is attacking the new kidney. If the test works, it could help doctors spot problems early wi…

This study uses a continuous glucose monitor (a small sensor) to track blood sugar levels in 40 adults with diabetes and end-stage kidney disease who are on dialysis. The goal is to see how glucose changes during and between dialysis sessions over two weeks, and whether those pat…

This study uses health records from 17,000 Canadian adults to understand why some people switch from peritoneal dialysis (done at home) to hemodialysis (done in a clinic). Researchers will look at how often this happens, what predicts it, and what happens to patients after the sw…

This study compares a new, less invasive needle-based method (endo-AVF) with traditional surgery for creating arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) needed for dialysis. About 21 adults will be randomly assigned to one of the two techniques to see if a larger trial is feasible. The goal i…

This study looks at 25 people getting a kidney transplant from a living donor. Researchers want to see if the amount of protein in urine is linked to blood flow in the kidneys before and after transplant. The goal is to better understand heart risks after transplant.

This study tests a special education program for veterans with advanced chronic kidney disease. The goal is to help them understand their condition and choose the best type of dialysis, especially home dialysis. About 656 veterans will take part to see if this program improves th…

This study looks at 1000 people who had a first arteriovenous fistula (AVF) created for dialysis. Researchers want to know how many are actually being used for dialysis two years later, and why some are not. The goal is to understand what prevents these fistulas from being used.