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Kidney Transplant Recipients Clinical Trial in Boston, MA

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

Sponsored by Massachusetts General Hospital

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Boston

    Convenient for MA 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 Boston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Kidney Transplant Recipients Study in Boston

The objective of this randomized controlled study is to assess the neurocognitive outcomes between individuals using immediate-release (IR) tacrolimus (Prograf®) and those who were converted to extended-release tacrolimus (Envarsus XR) among older kidney transplant recipients (KTRs).

Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Able to give informed consent for participation in the study
Patients who have regular outpatient follow-up at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) transplant center
≥1 year since the latest kidney transplantation
On IR tacrolimus as maintenance therapy
At a stable therapeutic tacrolimus level (5-10 ng/ml) over the last ≥3 months
Stable kidney function \[\<20% variability between the last two estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR)\]
Utilizing English or Spanish as the primary language

Exclusion Criteria

Dual organ transplantation
Rejection within the last three months
History of moderate to severe dementia (defined by Dementia Severity Rating Scale ≥19)
History of Parkinson's disease
Decompensated liver disease
Active cancer
Uncontrolled depression or anxiety
Intellectual disabilities
eGFR \<15 mL/min/1.73 m2 at the time of enrollment
Total bilirubin \>3.0 mg/dL

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 Boston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06751992) has an active research site in Boston, MA 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.

Kidney Transplant Recipients Treatment Options in Boston, MA

If you're searching for kidney transplant recipients treatment options in Boston, MA, this clinical trial (NCT06751992) 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 Boston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced kidney transplant recipients 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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