Weight management program for kidney transplant candidates
Treatments studied
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a program to help people with high BMI (over 35) who are waiting for a kidney transplant. It looks at whether the program is practical and helpful for managing weight before surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are on the waiting list for a kidney transplant at VCU Health.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is over 35.
- You are not a child, prisoner, or pregnant.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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