Preparing patients for kidney transplantation with endovascular techniques

Endovascular Preparation for Kidney Tranplantation

Observational Hospices Civils de Lyon · NCT06677437

This study is testing a new way to prepare the blood vessels of patients with kidney failure so they can safely receive a kidney transplant.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment58 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 85 Years
SexAll
SponsorHospices Civils de Lyon Academic / other
Locations1 site (Bron)
Trial IDNCT06677437 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This national feasibility study aims to validate the endovascular preparation of the iliac axis for patients requiring a custom endoprosthesis prior to kidney transplantation. It focuses on individuals with chronic renal failure who face vascular contraindications that hinder their ability to receive a transplant. By assessing the safety and effectiveness of this approach, the study seeks to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs associated with hemodialysis. The observational nature of the study allows for a comprehensive evaluation of existing patient data.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 to 85 with chronic renal failure who are awaiting a kidney transplant but have vascular anatomical constraints.

Not a fit: Patients with contraindications to kidney transplantation unrelated to vascular issues, such as severe cardiovascular disease or uncontrolled infections, may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could enable more patients to access kidney transplants, significantly improving their quality of life and survival rates.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have not been widely reported, indicating that this may be a novel exploration in the field.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patient from 18 to 85 years old (beyond 85 years old, guidance must remain exceptional)
2. Patients with chronic renal failure
3. Waiting for a kidney transplant
4. Who have a vascular contraindication to renal transplantation because of their anatomical constraints.

Exclusion Criteria:

1-All criteria contraindicating kidney transplant other than for arterial anatomical problems: All criteria contraindicating kidney transplant other than for arterial anatomical problems:

* A progressive cancer, which is not cured,
* An uncontrolled infectious disease,
* Severe cardiovascular or respiratory disease making general anesthesia impossible,
* Unstabilized psychiatric disorders or illness,
* Dementia proven to have progressed after specialist advice
* Major obesity, with a body mass index greater than 50 kg/m2
* Patient refusal 2. Patient under curatorship 3. Pregnant woman 4. Patients for whom it will not be possible to organize regular medical follow-up

Where this trial is running

Bron

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Renal Failure ChronicKidney Transplant
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.