Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Access to Kidney Transplant for Obese Patients Beginning Dialysis

Official title: Access to Kidney Transplant of Obese Patients Beginning Dialysis

Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens · NCT04748770 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether obese adults starting dialysis have different access to kidney transplants compared with those with BMI 25–30 kg/m2.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment100 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Amiens)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 11, 2021
Main results expectedJune 2026
Study endsJune 2026
Registry record updatedJune 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT04748770 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults over 18 with BMI ≥30 kg/m2 starting dialysis (compared to 25–30 kg/m2 controls) who consent to data collection.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not fit the BMI criteria or who decline data collection may not contribute to the primary comparison.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study examines kidney transplant access among adults who began dialysis, comparing obese patients (BMI ≥30) with a control group (BMI 25–30) one month after dialysis initiation. It aims to understand factors that influence transplant eligibility and access in the context of obesity and related comorbidities. Data are collected from patients at CHU Amiens to explore disparities and potential barriers in transplant access. The findings could shed light on regional differences and inform strategies to improve equitable access for patients with obesity. Participation requires consent to data collection and does not involve an intervention.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, the study could identify barriers to transplant access for obese patients and guide policy changes to improve equity.

How similar studies have gone: Prior research shows obesity can influence transplant access, but regional data gaps exist; this study adds localized evidence.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age over 18 years old.
* Patients with BMI≥30 kg/m2 (for study population) and 25≤BMI≤30 kg/m2(for control population) one month after dialysis initiation.
* Patients agree with their data collection.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with bariatric surgery history.
* Patients needed dialysis for graft dysfunction.
* Data loss.

Where it's running

  • CHU Amiens
    Amiens, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.