St. Louis University

This study looks at whether sending text message reminders and education can help pregnant women with diabetes follow their care plan better. About 185 pregnant women with diabetes will be split into two groups: one gets text reminders, the other gets standard care. The goal is t…

This study looks at 800 children with mild open fractures to see if a single dose of antibiotics works as well as longer treatments to prevent infections. Participants will receive either one dose, 24 hours, or 24 hours plus 5 days of oral antibiotics. The goal is to find the saf…

This study looks at whether a blood test measuring a protein called CK-18 can detect when the body is rejecting a new liver. Currently, doctors use a needle biopsy, which is risky and invasive. About 70 liver transplant patients will give blood samples to see if CK-18 levels can …

This study looks at adults with Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency, a genetic condition that can cause lung and liver problems. Researchers want to find out how often liver damage occurs without symptoms and what genetic or environmental factors play a role. About 120 participants wi…

This study is testing whether measuring a specific type of immune cell (regulatory T cells) before a kidney transplant can predict if the new kidney will start working slowly or with delay. Researchers will follow 180 adult kidney transplant patients to see if these cells can ser…