Clinical trial Recruiting at 3 sites Observational Ages Any age to 18

Understanding Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease in Children

Official title: Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD) Study

Run by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · NCT04338048 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is looking to gather medical information about how Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease affects children to help improve care and resources for families.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
AgesAny age to 18 Years
SexAll
Enrollment300 (estimated)
SponsorChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia
Academic / other
Locations4 sites (Washington D.C., District of Columbia and 3 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 10, 2019
Main results expectedOctober 30, 2030
Study endsOctober 30, 2030
Registry record updatedJune 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT04338048 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease through clinical information, imaging, or genetic testing.

Probably not a fit

Patients with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease or significant urinary tract malformations 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 comprehensive medical information on Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (ADPKD) and related hepato/renal fibrocystic diseases, particularly focusing on the disease's progression in children. Participants will provide consent for the study team to access their past, current, and future medical records, which will be anonymized and entered into a specialized clinical database. The study seeks to fill the gap in evidence-based guidelines for managing ADPKD in pediatric patients and expand educational resources available online. No clinic visits are required for participation, making it accessible for families.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies and resources for children diagnosed with ADPKD.

How similar studies have gone: While there is limited data on similar studies focusing on pediatric ADPKD, the approach of gathering comprehensive medical histories has shown promise in other chronic conditions.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Demonstration of ADPKD by clinical information, imaging studies, biopsy, autopsy, or genetic testing.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney disease (ARPKD), urinary tract malformations or major congenital anomalies of other systems suggesting a diagnosis other than recessive hepato-renal fibrocystic diseases.

Where it's running

  • Children's National Hospital
    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
    Recruiting
  • Mayo Clinic
    Rochester, Minnesota, United States
    Recruiting
  • Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Recruiting
  • Cohen Children's Medical Center
    New Hyde Park, New York, United States
    Enrolling by invitation

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Lisa Guay-Woodford, MD — Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
  • Study coordinator: Jasmine Jaber, MS
  • Email: jaberj2@chop.edu
  • Phone: 267-425-5325

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Other studies for the same condition or treatment. Recruiting studies are listed first.

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  • Database analysis of patients with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease

    This study is trying to gather and track health information from people with Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease to see how different treatments affect their kidney function and cyst growth over time.

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  • Evaluating the role of genetics in kidney disease progression

    This study is trying to see how genetics affects the worsening of kidney diseases like acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease in people, especially those with high blood pressure.

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  • Hydrochlorothiazide added to tolvaptan to protect kidneys and improve quality of life in ADPKD

    This trial tests whether adding low-dose hydrochlorothiazide to adults with ADPKD who are already taking tolaptan slows kidney decline and reduces side effects like excessive urination.

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  • Imaging kidney sodium levels using MRI

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  • VX-407 pharmacokinetics after a single dose in adults with ADPKD

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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.