Review of donor outcomes after hand-assisted and robotic kidney transplants
Donor Outcomes Following Hand-Assisted and Robotic Living Donor Nephrectomy: a Retrospective Review
This study looks at the results of kidney donations using two different minimally invasive surgery methods to see how safe and effective they are for both donors and recipients.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 240 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Methodist Health System Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Dallas, Texas) |
| Trial ID | NCT04182607 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study reviews clinical data from electronic medical records of kidney donors and recipients who underwent minimally invasive kidney transplantation procedures at Methodist Dallas Medical Center. It focuses on comparing outcomes following hand-assisted and robotic nephrectomy techniques over a period from January 2006 to November 2019. By analyzing this data, the study aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of these surgical approaches in living kidney donation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who have undergone hand-assisted or robotic kidney transplantation as donors or recipients.
Not a fit: Patients who do not meet the age or surgical criteria for inclusion in the study may not receive any benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the best surgical practices for living kidney donation, potentially improving donor safety and transplant outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising outcomes with minimally invasive techniques in kidney transplantation, suggesting that this approach is both effective and beneficial.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ≥ 18 years of age * Kidney donors and recipients who underwent a hand-assisted or robotic kidney transplant Exclusion Criteria: * Patients that do not meet the Study Inclusion Criteria laid out above
Where this trial is running
Dallas, Texas
- The Liver Institute at Methodist Dallas Medical Center — Dallas, Texas, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Alejandro Mejia, MD — The Liver Institute at Methodist Dallas Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Crystee Cooper, DHEd
- Email: clinicalresearch@mhd.com
- Phone: 214-947-1280
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.