Registering patients with IgA nephropathy in China

IgA Nephropathy Registration Initiative of High Quality (INSIGHT)

Sun Yat-sen University · NCT03001947

This study is trying to gather information from patients with IgA nephropathy in China to see how the condition affects their long-term health and outcomes.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
Ages14 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorSun Yat-sen University (other)
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
Trial IDNCT03001947 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This initiative involves registering all biopsy-proven primary IgA nephropathy (IgAN) patients at selected hospitals in China to develop a comprehensive IgAN database. Patients will be followed up annually, with data collected on their demographic and clinical characteristics, complications, and drug information. The study aims to compare all-cause and cardiovascular mortality, as well as composite renal outcomes, including doubling of serum creatinine and end-stage renal failure (ESRD), using the collected data. This observational approach will help in understanding the long-term outcomes of IgAN patients.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this initiative are individuals aged 14 years and older with biopsy-proven primary IgA nephropathy.

Not a fit: Patients with secondary causes of IgA deposition or severely reduced kidney function (eGFR ≤ 15 ml/min/1.73m²) at the time of biopsy may not benefit from this initiative.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could provide valuable insights into the long-term outcomes and mortality risks associated with IgA nephropathy, potentially guiding better management strategies for patients.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is observational and primarily focused on data collection, similar registries have shown success in understanding chronic kidney diseases and their outcomes.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Biopsy-proven primary IgAN patients;
2. age ≥14 years old
3. Adequate biopsy sample containing ≥8 glomeruli.

Exclusion Criteria:

Secondary causes of mesangial IgA deposition, such as Henoch-Schonlein purpura nephritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, liver cirrhosis and et al; eGFR≤15ml/min/1.73m2 at biopsy.

Where this trial is running

Guangzhou, Guangdong

Study contacts

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: IgA Nephropathy, IgA nephropathy, All-cause mortality, Cardiovascular mortality, A composite renal outcome

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.