Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 14 and up

Creating a database for patients with lupus nephritis in China

Official title: High Quality Evidence of Chinese Lupus Nephritis (HELP)

Run by Sun Yat-sen University · NCT03001973 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is creating a database of patients with lupus nephritis in China to gather important health information that can help improve care and understanding of the condition over time.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages14 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment5000 (estimated)
SponsorSun Yat-sen University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedNovember 2013
Main results expectedDecember 2029
Study endsDecember 2029
Registry record updatedSeptember 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT03001973 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with lupus nephritis.

Probably not a fit

Patients without a diagnosis of lupus nephritis will not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This study involves registering patients diagnosed with lupus nephritis at selected hospitals in China to develop a comprehensive database. Researchers will collect detailed demographic and clinical information at baseline and during annual follow-ups. The data will include various health metrics, complications, and treatment information, allowing for the comparison of patient survival and renal outcomes over time. The aim is to enhance understanding of lupus nephritis and improve patient care through systematic data collection.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management and outcomes for patients with lupus nephritis.

How similar studies have gone: While similar observational studies have been conducted, this specific approach to developing a lupus nephritis database in China is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients who diagnosis as lupus nephritis

Exclusion Criteria:

* No

Where it's running

  • The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    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.