Understanding serious infections after kidney transplants in people with HIV
The Landscape of Serious Infections following Kidney Transplantation in People Living with HIV
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY · NIH-10898088
This study is looking at how often and what kinds of serious infections happen in people with HIV who receive kidney transplants, so we can better understand their risks compared to those without HIV and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10898088 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the occurrence and types of serious infections that can affect individuals living with HIV who undergo kidney transplantation. By creating a large cohort of HIV-positive kidney transplant recipients, the study aims to compare their infection risks with those of HIV-negative recipients. The research will utilize various data sources, including transplant registries and health claims, to gather comprehensive information on infection events and their timing. This understanding is crucial for improving patient care and managing immunosuppression in this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who are considering or have undergone kidney transplantation.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those who have not undergone kidney transplantation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better management strategies for preventing serious infections in kidney transplant recipients living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in understanding infection risks in transplant populations, but this specific focus on HIV-positive kidney transplant recipients is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES
- JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY — BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: WERBEL, WILLIAM — JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: WERBEL, WILLIAM
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: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Virus, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus