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
- NCT05788276RecruitingPhase 4
Dapagliflozin to help transplanted kidneys stay healthy
This study tests whether dapagliflozin can preserve the structure and function of a kidney transplant. You may be asked to take dapagliflozin on top of usual transplant medicines to see if it helps the new kidney work better over time.
Oslo, OsloAges 18–75 - NCT07678073Recruiting
Comparing Anesthesia Types for Kidney Transplants
This study compares two types of anesthesia (general gas anesthesia vs. a spinal-plus-epidural method) during living-donor kidney transplants to see how they affect certain body signals related to cell health and aging. If you are having a kidney transplant from a living donor and are in good overall health, this trial could help doctors learn which anesthesia may be better for you.
Gaziantep, State/ProvinceAges 18–70 - NCT05525507RecruitingPhase 1
Test early immune-tolerance treatment for matched kidney transplant patients
This Phase 1 study tests a treatment plan given after a kidney transplant to help the immune system stay calm and reduce the risk of rejection. Participants must have a well-functioning kidney transplant from a closely matched living donor and meet health and safety requirements.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05365672RecruitingPhase 2
Donor immune cell therapy during live kidney transplant
This Phase 2 trial studies a treatment using immune cells made from your living donor, given around the time of kidney transplant. It aims to improve transplant safety and outcomes by adjusting the immune response to the new kidney.
BerlinAges 18–69 - NCT05285878Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Fingolimod to protect kidney function after kidney transplant
This trial tests whether fingolimod can reduce kidney scarring and preserve kidney function after a new kidney transplant. It focuses on people who are in the early period after transplant who may be at risk for scarring in the kidney.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT05224583Enrolling by invitation
Study BK virus after combined liver and kidney transplant
This study looks at how often BK virus shows up in people after a combined liver-kidney transplant. It may help the transplant team better predict and manage this virus after surgery.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–100 - NCT05175885Recruiting
Kidney transplant test using machine perfusion outside the body
This study tests a special way to keep and treat a donated kidney using a machine before it’s transplanted. The goal is to improve transplant outcomes for certain people on the kidney transplant waiting list.
Zaragoza, ZaragozaAges 18 years+ - NCT04954690Recruiting
Exercise program after kidney transplant for older adults
This trial tests a structured, coached exercise program for people who recently received a living-donor kidney and are coming from dialysis. It may help improve strength and daily function after transplant, especially if starting fitness is difficult.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 50 years+ - NCT04870437Recruiting
Light therapy study for kidney transplant rejection immune cells
This study looks at whether extra body light treatment (ECP) can change certain immune cells in people with a specific type of kidney transplant rejection caused by antibodies (cABMR). It’s meant to see if ECP could help manage the immune process after transplant.
BesançonAges 18 years+ - NCT04702022Recruiting
Extra PET scan to check for silent kidney transplant rejection
This study tests whether an additional PET scan can help detect and guide treatment for “subclinical” (silent) rejection in people with kidney transplants. It may help doctors spot problems earlier and manage them more appropriately.
Liège, LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT04128189RecruitingPhase 3
Shingrix vaccine for people waiting for a kidney transplant
This Phase 3 study tests whether the shingles vaccine Shingrix is safe and effective for adults with chronic kidney failure who are on the transplant waiting list. It aims to protect you from shingles while you may be dealing with transplant-related immune changes.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–70 - NCT02900040Recruiting
Kidney transplant database and blood sample access study
This trial is about setting up and using a kidney-transplant database linked to stored blood/tissue samples. It may help researchers better understand kidney transplant outcomes and improve future care.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT07006831Recruiting
Blood study for kidney transplant patients
This study collects blood and leftover donor samples from kidney transplant recipients who need a biopsy. The goal is to improve monitoring after transplant.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07412470RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing frexalimab vs tacrolimus for new kidney transplant patients
This trial compares a new drug called frexalimab to the standard drug tacrolimus in people who are getting their first kidney transplant. The goal is to see if frexalimab works better and has a safer side effect profile.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT07792317Recruiting
Cold storage treatment for donated kidneys before transplant
This study tests a special cold storage solution and machine to keep donated kidneys healthy before they are transplanted. It may help the kidneys work better after surgery.
RotterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT07358195RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Combined stem cell and kidney transplant from a relative
This trial tests a combined transplant of blood-forming stem cells and a kidney from the same family member. It aims to help people with both advanced kidney failure and a blood cancer by potentially reducing the need for lifelong anti-rejection medicines.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT07290777RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Vel-101 to prevent kidney transplant rejection
This trial tests a new medicine called VEL-101, which is added to standard anti-rejection drugs, to see if it helps prevent the body from rejecting a new kidney. It is for adults receiving a kidney from a deceased or non-identical living donor.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07531966Recruiting
Blood Vessel Problems After Kidney Transplant Treatment
This study looks at treating narrowing or blockage of blood vessels in transplanted kidneys. If your transplanted kidney is showing signs of not working well and imaging shows a blocked vessel, this trial tests whether a procedure called angioplasty (opening the vessel with a tiny balloon) can help restore blood flow and improve kidney function.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT07033858Recruiting
Short-term effects of Advograf plus Rapamiune after kidney transplant
This trial tests a combination of two medications (Advograf and Rapamiune) given shortly after kidney transplant to see how well they work and how safe they are. It may help improve long-term transplant health.
TehranAges 18 years+ - NCT07305012Recruiting
Healthy lifestyle tool for older liver and kidney transplant recipients
This study tests a new tool designed to help people aged 60 or older who have received a liver or kidney transplant improve their eating and physical activity habits. It aims to see if the tool is easy to use and helpful for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Bologna, BOAges 60 years+ - NCT07143773RecruitingPhase 4
SGLT2i safety in kidney transplant patients without diabetes
This study tests whether a medicine called SGLT2i (a type of pill for kidney health) is safe and helpful for kidney transplant recipients who do not have diabetes. It aims to see if it can improve how the new kidney works.
OdenseAges 18 years+ - NCT06958796RecruitingPhase 4
CMV immunoglobulin to prevent disease after transplant
This trial tests whether giving CMV immunoglobulin (an antibody medicine) after transplant can help prevent a serious CMV infection in people who receive a kidney or liver from a CMV-positive donor. You might be eligible if you are getting one of these transplants and are at high risk for CMV.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–75 - NCT06910527Recruiting
Testing blood and urine for kidney rejection signs
This study is for people with a kidney transplant who are in the hospital for a biopsy because their doctor suspects rejection. Researchers want to see if a simple blood or urine test can detect rejection, which might make future biopsies less necessary.
RouenAges 18 years+ - NCT07341516Enrolling by invitation
Global study of deceased donor kidney use
This study examines all kidneys donated from deceased donors (brain death or circulatory death) between 2010 and 2025 to understand how they are used for transplantation. It may help improve future transplant practices.
Nashville, TennesseeAges Any age
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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.
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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.