Clinical trials · St. Louis, MO
Kidney Transplant clinical trials in St. Louis
We’re tracking 10 recruiting kidney transplant studies with a site in or near St. Louis — including Phase 1, Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near St. Louis
- NCT06263426Recruiting
Kidney transplant from donors with HIV: impact on rejection and long-term results
This study tests whether kidney transplants from donors with HIV are safe and effective for people with HIV who need a new kidney. It looks at long-term outcomes like rejection and survival.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT05917522RecruitingPhase 2
Biomarker-guided changes to anti-rejection medicines after kidney transplant
This Phase 2 study looks at whether blood test “biomarkers” can guide safely changing anti-rejection medicines after an ABO-compatible kidney transplant. It may help some people reduce certain medicines while keeping the new kidney protected from rejection.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–70 - NCT04877288RecruitingPhase 3
Switch some teen kidney transplant patients to belatacept
This Phase 3 study tests whether switching teens from one anti-rejection medicine to belatacept works as well as staying on the current regimen. It also looks at safety and whether patients can stay on their anti-rejection medicines.
St Louis, MissouriAges 12–17 - NCT06918990RecruitingPhase 1
CarBel for antibody-mediated rejection after kidney transplant
This study tests a new drug called CarBel to treat antibody-mediated rejection in kidney transplant patients. The goal is to see if it can help stop the rejection and protect your new kidney.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–75 - NCT06055608RecruitingPhase 2
Improving kidney transplant outcomes in teens and young adults
This trial tests a new approach to help teenagers and young adults keep their first kidney transplant working well. It looks at how to improve long-term success by carefully managing the immune system around the time of transplant.
St Louis, MissouriAges 13–20 - NCT06830798RecruitingPhase 3
Ravulizumab to prevent delayed graft function after kidney transplant
This study tests an investigational medicine (ravulizumab) given through a vein to see if it can prevent delayed graft function—meaning the new kidney takes longer to start working—after a high-risk kidney transplant. It is for adults on dialysis who are getting a kidney from a donor whose heart stopped or who is considered high-risk.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07219043RecruitingPhase 2
Felzartamab for kidney transplant patients with inflammation
This trial tests a drug called felzartamab to see if it can help people who have a type of kidney inflammation after a transplant, even without donor-specific antibodies. It might offer a new treatment option for those who are not getting better on their own.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–74 - NCT04239703Recruiting
Kidney transplant biopsy study using blood test clues
This study looks at kidney transplant patients who are getting a kidney biopsy for usual clinical reasons. It tests whether special blood test results (from a sample taken as part of the study) can help spot transplant kidney problems earlier or more accurately.
St Louis, MissouriAges Any age - NCT05896839RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Immunotherapy with prednisone and sirolimus for transplant skin cancer
This early-phase study tests whether adding immunotherapy (nivolumab and ipilimumab) to prednisone and sirolimus can control advanced skin cancers in people with kidney transplants. It aims to see how well the treatment works and how safe it is for transplant recipients.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06126380Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Long-term safety of tegoprubart in kidney transplant patients
This is a long-term follow-up study for people who have already completed a study of the drug tegoprubart after a kidney transplant. It checks how safe and effective the drug is over a longer period.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–100
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Where these studies are running near St. Louis
Institutions with a site for the recruiting kidney transplant studies listed above.
- Washington University in St. Louis · 7 studies
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Local Institution - 1255
- Memorial Hospital East
- Research Site
- Siteman Cancer Center
- Siteman Cancer Center at Saint Peters Hospital
- Siteman Cancer Center at West County Hospital
What taking part in a kidney transplant study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting kidney transplant studies in Missouri.
Common questions
- Are there kidney transplant clinical trials near St. Louis?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 10 recruiting kidney transplant studies with a site near St. Louis, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a kidney transplant study near St. Louis?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in St. Louis to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near St. Louis, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a kidney transplant trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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