Examining kidney issues in children with lupus
A Study of Clinical Characteristics ,Risk Factors and Outcome of Lupus Nephritis Among Children With Systemic Lupus Erthromatousus in Sohag Univeristy Hospital
This study looks at kidney problems in children with lupus to see how it affects them and what factors are involved.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Month to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Sohag University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sohag) |
| Trial ID | NCT06491602 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study focuses on understanding the clinical characteristics, risk factors, and outcomes of lupus nephritis in children diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus at Sohag University Hospital. The research aims to include all children who meet the diagnostic criteria for lupus while excluding those with other rheumatological or nephrological disorders. A renal biopsy will be performed as part of the assessment to gather necessary data on kidney involvement. The findings could provide valuable insights into the management of lupus nephritis in pediatric patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are children diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus who meet the established diagnostic criteria.
Not a fit: Patients with other rheumatological or nephrological disorders will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the understanding and treatment of kidney complications in children with lupus.
How similar studies have performed: While there may be existing studies on lupus nephritis, this specific focus on pediatric patients at a single institution is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- aim to include all children fulfilling diagnostic criteria Exclusion Criteria: * children with other rheumatological disorder neonates chidren with other nephrolgy disorder
Where this trial is running
Sohag
- Sohag university Hospital — Sohag, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: randa A ali, resident
- Email: randa.abdelgawaad@med.sohag.edu.eg
- Phone: 01100128936
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.