Dietary Intervention to Improve Kidney Transplant Outcomes

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS · Jul 5, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring how a special diet can help improve the health of people who have received a kidney transplant. The study compares a whole-food, plant-based diet—which focuses on eating fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes—to the usual care that transplant patients receive. The goal is to see if this healthier eating pattern can lead to better outcomes, especially for those dealing with issues like high blood pressure, high blood sugar, or being overweight in the months following their transplant.

To take part in this trial, you need to be at least 18 years old and have had a kidney transplant within the last 2 to 12 months. You should also have a functioning kidney (with a specific measure of kidney health) and have a history of high blood pressure, diabetes, or be overweight. Participants will attend online classes to learn about the new diet and fill out questionnaires to track their progress. This study is a great opportunity for kidney transplant recipients looking to improve their health through dietary changes, but it’s important to note that individuals who are currently on a plant-based diet or have certain medical conditions may not be eligible.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Kidney transplant recipient aged 18 or greater
• • Post-transplant months 2-12
• • eGFR \>= 20 mL/min
• * Have at least one of the following:
• • 1. Hypertension history (BP \>= 150/90 or on BP medications)
• • 2. Hyperglycemia history (FBG \>= 100 x 2 or on diabetes medications)
• • 3. Overweight (BMI \>= 25)
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Rejection episode before study enrollment
• • Gastrointestinal feeding tube or requires alternative nutrition
• • Unable to understand or read English
• • Unable to attend online classes or complete study questionnaires independently
• • Already eating a plant-based diet
• • Unwilling to make dietary changes
• • Pregnant or breastfeeding
• • Unable to consent
• • Blindness
• • Prisoners