Improving access to lung transplants for high-risk patients
CATCH: Creating Access to Transplant for Candidates who are High Risk
['FUNDING_U01'] · UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK · NIH-10892173
This study is working to make it easier for high-risk patients, like those with severe lung issues or on life support, to get lung transplants by creating clear guidelines to ensure they receive fair treatment and care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_U01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (TORONTO, CANADA) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10892173 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to lung transplantation for patients who are considered high-risk, including those with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) and those requiring ECMO support. The project aims to establish clear guidelines and protocols to ensure these patients receive equitable treatment and care. By collaborating with the NIH Lung Transplant Consortium, the research seeks to address the disparities in transplant access and outcomes for these vulnerable populations. The methodology involves gathering data and insights from various transplant programs to create a standardized approach to managing high-risk candidates.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include patients with ARDS, those requiring ECMO support, and highly sensitized patients facing barriers to lung transplantation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not considered high-risk or do not have conditions related to ARDS or ECMO support may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve survival rates and quality of life for high-risk patients needing lung transplants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that improving access and standardizing care for high-risk transplant candidates can lead to better outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
TORONTO, CANADA
- UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK — TORONTO, CANADA (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: KESHAVJEE, SHAF — UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
- Study coordinator: KESHAVJEE, SHAF
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome