Using elastography to predict kidney health outcomes
Application of Transthoracic Shear-wave Ultrasound Elastography in the Evaluation of Renal Function and Diagnosis of Renal Disease
This study is testing if a special ultrasound technique can help predict kidney health outcomes in patients with kidney disease by measuring the stiffness of their kidney tissue.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | National Taiwan University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06363032 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of elastography, specifically shear-wave elastography, in predicting renal outcomes in patients with kidney disease. The study will assess the stiffness of renal tissue, which may correlate with the extent of interstitial fibrosis and renal function decline. Patients scheduled for renal biopsy and sonography will be included, and the study will utilize advanced ultrasound techniques to gather data on renal parenchyma stiffness. The findings could enhance understanding of kidney disease progression and improve patient management.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients scheduled for renal biopsy and renal sonography who are over 20 years old.
Not a fit: Patients under 20 years old or those unable to hold their breath for at least 5 seconds may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive method to predict kidney disease progression and guide treatment decisions.
How similar studies have performed: While elastography has shown promise in other medical fields, its application in predicting renal outcomes is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * patients receiving scheduled renal biopsy and scheduled renal sonography Exclusion Criteria: * age \< 20 y/o, patients who can't hold their breath for at least 5 seconds
Where this trial is running
Taipei
- National Taiwan University Hospital — Taipei, Taiwan (Recruiting)
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.