Clinical trials
Kidney Transplantation clinical trials
Below are recruiting kidney transplantation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 244 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07426484RecruitingPhase 4
Testing cosibelimab for advanced skin cancer in specific patients
This trial tests an immunotherapy drug called cosibelimab for patients with advanced cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma who have either had a kidney transplant or have a blood cancer like lymphoma or myeloma. The goal is to see if it can shrink tumors when surgery or radiation is not an option.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–75 - NCT06235892RecruitingPhase 3
Lowering Tacrolimus for Low-Risk Kidney Transplant Patients
This trial tests whether safely lowering the dose of tacrolimus—an anti-rejection drug—can still protect a kidney transplant one year after surgery. It's for first-time transplant recipients with low immune risk.
NantesAges 18 years+ - NCT05782543Recruiting
Testing improved kidney repair outside the body during transplant
This trial tests a machine method that keeps a donated kidney working “outside the body” so it may be better repaired before transplant. It is designed for certain first/second kidney transplants using specific donor types and storage methods.
Groningen, Provincie GroningenAges 50–100 - NCT05234463Recruiting
Study links complement activity to IgA kidney disease severity
This study looks at how parts of the immune system (called complement) may relate to how severe IgA kidney disease is. It may help doctors understand disease activity better, even if the study is mainly observational.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT03959904Recruiting
Compare belly-skin closure methods after kidney transplant surgery
This study looks at which abdominal wall (belly) closure technique helps reduce the chance of an incisional hernia after a kidney transplant. If you’re having a kidney transplant, it may help surgeons choose a method that lowers this complication for future patients.
ManchesterAges 18–70 - NCT04526431Recruiting
Tacrolimus dose study in early kidney transplant patients
This study looks at how tacrolimus (a rejection-preventing medicine) should be dosed in the first days to years after a kidney transplant. It may help personalize dosing by comparing different patient groups, including using genetic testing.
Grenoble, Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesAges 18 years+ - NCT07199465RecruitingPhase 1
Letermovir for children after a kidney transplant
This study tests an oral antiviral medication called letermovir to see if it safely prevents CMV (a common virus) in children who have recently had a kidney transplant. It's for children ages typically 4 weeks to about a year post-transplant, with stable kidney function and no current CMV infection.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Up to 17 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.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 18–74 - NCT07011238Recruiting
Memory B cells and anti-HLA antibodies in kidney transplant patients
This study looks at how memory B cells (a type of immune cell) relate to antibodies against HLA in people waiting for a kidney transplant. It aims to better understand immune responses, which could help improve transplant matching and outcomes.
RouenAges 18 years+ - NCT07024238Enrolling by invitation
Short-chain fatty acid supplement for kidney transplant patients
This study tests whether taking a short-chain fatty acid (a type of fiber-like substance) supplement can improve gut health in people who have had a kidney transplant. It may help keep the transplant working well.
Martin, SlovakiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05653232Recruiting
Preventing hepatitis C in kidney transplant recipients using antiviral pills
This study tests antiviral medicine given around the time of a kidney transplant to prevent hepatitis C infection when the donor has hepatitis C. It may help uninfected recipients stay hepatitis C–free after receiving the kidney.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07367750Recruiting
Self-management support program for chronic diseases
This trial tests a program to help people with chronic diseases manage their health better at home. If you live in the community, speak Hebrew, and have a chronic condition like diabetes or heart disease, you may be able to join.
Tel AvivAges 21 years+ - NCT07275541Recruiting
Platelet test for early kidney rejection diagnosis
This study tests whether a simple blood test that looks at platelet behavior can help doctors diagnose acute rejection after a kidney transplant. Early detection of rejection may lead to faster treatment and better outcomes.
MartinAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07006532Recruiting
Tocilizumab for chronic active antibody-mediated rejection
This trial tests whether the drug tocilizumab can help treat chronic active antibody-mediated rejection after a kidney transplant. It is for people whose kidney function is still fairly good and who have certain findings on biopsy.
TehranAges 18 years+ - NCT07423247RecruitingPhase 4
Tirzepatide for weight loss in kidney transplant patients
This trial tests if tirzepatide can help people who have had a kidney transplant and are still overweight lose weight. It may be an option if you have had your transplant at least a year ago, your kidney function is stable, and your body mass index is 27 or higher.
TehranAges 18 years+ - NCT07333495Recruiting
Using MRI to check kidney transplant health
This study tests if a special MRI (without dye) can accurately measure how well a transplanted kidney is working. It is for people who have received a kidney transplant or a combined kidney-pancreas transplant, and for living donors.
Shiyan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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 - NCT04044963Recruiting
Exercise program before kidney transplant to improve physical strength
This trial tests whether a home exercise program before kidney transplant can improve physical function and strength. If you’re getting a transplant and can safely exercise, you may be able to join the study and help compare outcomes.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+ - NCT05588492RecruitingPhase 4
Rifamycin treatment to prevent TB after kidney transplant
This study looks at whether a rifamycin-containing medicine plan is safe and effective at preventing latent (hidden) TB after a kidney transplant. If your TB test shows you likely have hidden TB, you would be offered treatment to reduce the chance it becomes active TB.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT05702398RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Vitamin A and niacinamide for high-risk skin cancer
This early trial tests whether adding vitamin A and niacinamide (a form of vitamin B3) can help people with a history of certain skin cancers reduce new disease. It is designed for adults with specific prior skin cancer or skin lesion treatment patterns.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - 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.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for kidney transplantation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 244 recruiting kidney transplantation 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 transplantation 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 transplantation 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.