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Division of Nephrology Research Studies

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Aneurysms in ARPKD

The primary goal of this research study is to learn if patients with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD) are at risk for brain aneurysms or cardiovascular abnormalities.Participants in this study will involve patients that have a clinical diagnosis of ARPKD.The study will also involve a comparison group of healthy individuals that have no history of kidney or cardiac conditions.

Phase: Pilot

Actively recruiting: No

Category: Adults, Children, Healthy Controls, MRI/Imaging Studies, One-Time Visit Studies

Conditions: Polycystic Kidney Disease

IMPAKT

In this study, we are developing new magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and ultrasound methods to determine if it is effective in diagnosing complication in kidney transplant patients. Participants in this study will involve patients that have had a kidney transplant and are scheduled for a kidney biopsy. The study will also involve a comparison group of healthy individuals that have no history of kidney conditions. Study procedures will include a review of medical history and medications, MRI scan and ultrasound of the abdomen and blood/ urine test.

Phase: N/A

Actively recruiting: Yes

Category: Adults, Children, Healthy Controls, MRI/Imaging Studies

MRI of ARPKD liver disease

The primary goal of this research study is to see if new types of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can be used to measure liver health in children with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD) compared to healthy controls. Both children with ARPKD and healthy children, aged 6 years and above can participate.

Phase: Pilot

Actively recruiting: No

Category: Adults, Children, Healthy Controls, MRI/Imaging Studies, One-Time Visit Studies

Conditions: Polycystic Kidney Disease

Novel Imaging in Autosomal Recessive Polycystic Kidney Disease

In this study, we are developing new ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) methods to measure kidney and liver disease severity in autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD). Participants in this study will include individuals with ARPKD, and a comparison group of healthy individuals without liver or kidney disease. Individuals of any age may take part in the study.

Phase: N/A

Actively recruiting: No

Category: Adults, Children, Healthy Controls, MRI/Imaging Studies

Conditions: Polycystic Kidney Disease

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