Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Observational study on kidney transplant recurrence in FSGS and MCD

Official title: Recurrence Post-transplant Observational Study in Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and Minimal Change Disease (MCD)

Run by University of Michigan · NCT05650619 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is looking at patients with kidney diseases called FSGS and MCD who have had or will have a kidney transplant to see how often these diseases come back afterward.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment300 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Michigan
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Ann Arbor, Michigan)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 8, 2022
Main results expectedDecember 2027
Study endsDecember 2027
Registry record updatedApril 29, 2026
Trial IDNCT05650619 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with FSGS or MCD who have received a kidney transplant since the year 2000.

Probably not a fit

Patients with pathologic diagnoses other than FSGS or MCD, or those with secondary forms of these diseases, may 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 observational study aims to gather data on patients with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and minimal change disease (MCD) who have undergone or will undergo kidney transplantation. It will collect both retrospective and prospective data, along with biospecimens and patient-reported information, to better understand the incidence and prevalence of disease recurrence post-transplant. The study seeks to create a biorepository to support future research into the mechanisms and outcomes of these kidney diseases.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of FSGS and MCD recurrence after kidney transplantation.

How similar studies have gone: While there have been smaller studies on FSGS and MCD, this multicenter approach is novel and aims to address limitations of previous research.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Retrospective non-consented participant group had a transplant from the year 2000 and onward.
* Diagnosis of FSGS or MCD in the native kidney (prior to transplant).

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pathologic diagnosis other than FSGS or MCD
* FSGS or MCD secondary to a known disorder (e.g. lupus nephritis, Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy, malignancy)

Where it's running

  • University of Michigan
    Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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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.