Clinical trials
Kidney Transplant clinical trials
Below are recruiting kidney transplant clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 237 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12–17 - NCT04006808RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Shingles prevention vaccine study for kids with kidney transplants
This study tests whether an investigational shingles (herpes zoster) vaccine is safe and helps prevent shingles in children who have had a kidney transplant. Because these children take medicines to prevent rejection, the study specifically looks at vaccine effects in this higher-risk group.
BrusselsAges 1–17 - NCT04005469RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Treprostinil to protect kidneys during transplant injury
This early-phase study tests whether treprostinil (Remodulin®) can reduce injury to a transplanted kidney right after surgery. If it works and is safe, it may help improve outcomes for people receiving a deceased-donor kidney transplant.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–75 - NCT01644903Recruiting
Checking biomarkers after a liver transplant
This study follows people who are getting a liver transplant (including repeat transplants) to monitor changes in their body using test results. It may help doctors understand how patients are doing after transplant and improve care over time.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05836922Recruiting
Checking kidney oxygen after lung transplant to predict kidney injury
This pilot study looks at whether a painless skin sensor can measure kidney oxygen levels after lung transplant surgery. The goal is to predict and possibly prevent postoperative kidney failure by identifying risk early.
MarseilleAges 18 years+ - NCT07243717Recruiting
App-based support for potential kidney donors
This study tests a mobile app that provides information and support to people considering living kidney donation. It may help you make a more informed decision about donation.
TaoyuanAges 20–70 - NCT07127718RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing complications from leptospirosis
This trial tests ways to prevent early and late complications of leptospirosis, a bacterial infection. It aims to offer treatments that may reduce the risk of serious problems like kidney failure or breathing difficulties.
Manila, National Capital RegionAges 18–60 - NCT06291077RecruitingPhase 4
Belatacept vs anticalcineurins after kidney transplant
This study is comparing two medications after kidney transplant: Belatacept and anticalcineurins (like tacrolimus). It looks at how each affects blood vessel health. If you are more than a year post-transplant and have stable kidney function, you may be eligible.
RouenAges 18–75 - NCT03778944Recruiting
Improving kidney graft function during donor kidney surgery
This study looks at ways to help a donated kidney work better after transplant. It is intended for people who are receiving a living-donor kidney transplant due to kidney failure.
CairoAges 18–60 - NCT06674031Recruiting
Survey on heart risk knowledge in kidney disease
This study aims to understand how much people with chronic kidney disease know about heart disease risk factors. It involves a simple questionnaire (no drugs or procedures) to help improve patient education.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT01331668Recruiting
Kidney transplant biobank study for donors and recipients
This trial collects and stores health information and samples related to kidney transplants from both donors and recipients. It may help researchers better understand transplant outcomes and improve care in the future.
Leuven, BEAges Any age - NCT06206707Recruiting
FMT for Diarrhea and Colitis After Immunotherapy
This trial tests whether a treatment called fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) — transferring healthy gut bacteria — can help relieve diarrhea and colitis caused by immunotherapy drugs. If you have melanoma or kidney cancer and are experiencing diarrhea after immunotherapy, this study may offer a new option.
Aarhus NAges 18 years+ - NCT07592000RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
New Treatment for Type 1 Diabetes With Kidney Disease
This study tests a new experimental medication for people with type 1 diabetes who experience dangerous low blood sugar episodes and have early-stage kidney disease. The trial aims to help improve blood sugar control and reduce these risky episodes.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT01241864RecruitingPhase 2
Islet transplant for type 1 diabetes after kidney transplant
This trial tests whether transplanting insulin-producing “islet” cells can better control blood sugar in people who have already received a kidney transplant. It’s mainly for adults with type 1 diabetes whose body is no longer making enough insulin, while they are on kidney-transplant medicines.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–68 - NCT07515794Enrolling by invitation
Long-term follow-up for transplant access study participants
This is a follow-up study for people who already participated in the STEPS research project about improving fairness in organ transplants. Researchers want to track how participants are doing over time and learn more about transplant outcomes.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT01893710Recruiting
Collecting children and adult belly fluid and tissue for kidney care research
This study collects samples from the belly (related to the peritoneal lining) to build a “biobank” for future research. It may help patients and families by improving understanding of kidney disease and kidney dialysis-related health issues.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1 day–90 years - NCT05562869RecruitingPhase 3
Belatacept instead of tacrolimus for early kidney graft problems
This trial looks at replacing standard anti-rejection medicines (tacrolimus, a type of CNI, plus mycophenolate and possibly prednisone) with belatacept in adults who have early kidney graft dysfunction 3–12 months after a kidney transplant. It aims to see if belatacept can control rejection and protect kidney function in the right patients.
Nantes, Loire AtlantiqueAges 18–99 - NCT06416761Recruiting
Genetics and kidney disease progression study
This study looks at how genetics affect the progression of kidney diseases. Joining may help researchers understand your condition better and find better treatments.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT04989491RecruitingPhase 4
Single-dose rituximab to prevent EBV after kidney transplant
This trial tests whether one dose of rituximab (given around the time of transplant) can help prevent a first Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) infection and related abnormal lymph node or immune growths after kidney transplant. It is specifically for adults who are EBV-negative before receiving an EBV-positive donor kidney.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT07393594Enrolling by invitation
Tracer study for kidney transplant monitoring
This study looks at a new blood test to help monitor the health of your transplanted kidney and check for early signs of rejection. The test will be done as part of your usual care after a kidney transplant.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07033117Recruiting
Improving kidney transplant access with RaDIANT
This trial tests if a special program helps dialysis centers refer more people to large transplant centers for a kidney transplant.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for kidney transplant?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 237 recruiting kidney transplant studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a kidney transplant trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a kidney transplant trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.