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Chronic Kidney Diseases Clinical Trial in Houston, TX

Access cutting-edge chronic kidney diseases treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Houston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Texas at Austin

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Houston

    Convenient for TX residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Houston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Chronic Kidney Diseases Study in Houston

This two-arm, parallel randomized trial study will assess the efficacy of a 6-month (26 weeks) community-based program in reducing kidney injury (as Urine Albumin to Creatinine ratio, uACR), cardiovascular risk (as Hemoglobin A1C and blood pressure), mental health (as PHQ-8) and diet quality (as fruits and vegetables intake and Healthy Eating Index) in community-dwelling, low-income adults diagnosed with early chronic kidney disease (stages 2 or 3 and not on kidney replacement therapies) compared to educational materials and usual care alone.

Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Adult (18 years of age or older)
Primary care visit at either one of the three partner clinics from Harris Health \[Smith Clinic, Harris Health Outpatient Center (located on the LBJ campus), or Martin Luther King Jr. Health Center (MLK)\] and a primary care patient within Harris Health System
Have had at least 1 visit in the past 18 months with prior history in the clinic (i.e., not first visit)
Diagnosis of CKD (Stage 2, 3a, and 3b) as defined by estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) ≥ 30 and \<90 mL/min/1.73 m2 OR CDK 1 or undiagnosed with urine Albumin Creatinine Ratio ≥ 30 mg/g
Within the past 12 months, the most current serum K+ ≤ 4.6 mEq/L
English or Spanish speaking
Ability to participate in the program at least 6 months
Ability to clean, prepare, refrigerate/freeze food products that are given to them
Have access to receive SMS text messages
Location of preferred produce bag delivery within an available delivery zone

Exclusion Criteria

CKD 4, ESRD or on dialysis.
Taking certain medications chronically (more than twice a week for 90 days) that may interfere with K+ metabolism (such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), as self-reported during enrollment screening
Taking mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists
Taking Warfarin
Diagnosis of any specific kidney conditions (such as polycystic kidney disease, glomerulonephritis, Lupus associated with Nephritis, Antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV)) that would contraindicate study participation as determined by physician
Medical history of organ transplant that would contraindicate study participation as determined by physician
Received immunotherapy for primary or secondary kidney disease within 6 months prior to enrolment
Diagnostic of heart failure conditions Class IV in the New York Heart Association (NYHA) functional classification
Had myocardial infarction, unstable angina, stroke, or transient ischemic attack (TIA) within 12 weeks prior to enrolment
Had coronary revascularization (PCI, CABG) or valvular repair within 12 weeks prior to enrolment
On active hospice care as self-reported during enrollment screening
Diagnosis of active malignancy requiring treatment that would contraindicate study participation as determined by physician
Has decompensated cirrhosis as determined by physician
Cognitive impairment that would contraindicate study participation as self-reported during enrollment screening

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Houston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05970341) has an active research site in Houston, TX that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Chronic Kidney Diseases Treatment Options in Houston, TX

If you're searching for chronic kidney diseases treatment options in Houston, TX, this clinical trial (NCT05970341) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Houston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced chronic kidney diseases specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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