Improving kidney health after hospital discharge
Post-Discharge Nephrology Follow-up for Improved Outcomes
This study is looking at how follow-up care from kidney specialists can help people who had a sudden kidney injury while in the hospital, comparing a special clinic visit to regular care, to see which one better supports their health after they leave the hospital.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10909397 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the follow-up care provided to patients who have experienced acute kidney injury (AKI) during their hospital stay. It aims to evaluate the effectiveness of systematic nephrology follow-up in a dedicated transitional care clinic, comparing it to standard care. Patients will receive either telemedicine or in-person visits with nephrologists who will manage critical aspects of their health, such as blood pressure, medication, and overall cardiovascular health. The goal is to implement interventions during the crucial months post-discharge to enhance long-term kidney outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who have experienced acute kidney injury during hospitalization.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced acute kidney injury or those with pre-existing chronic kidney disease may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the risk of long-term kidney damage and improve overall health outcomes for patients recovering from acute kidney injury.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot trials have shown that early nephrology follow-up after acute kidney injury can reduce mortality, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parikh, Chirag R — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Parikh, Chirag R
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.