Kidney Transplantation Among American Indians

Overview

About this study

American Indians (AI) have cultural, emotional, physical and religious variables that influence the patient’s perception about kidney transplantation and dialysis, some of which may lead to delays in completion of kidney transplant evaluation and kidney transplantation. The purpose of this study is to asses the patient's perceptions about the kidney transplant evaluation process at Mayo Clinic Arizona, assess the patient's attitudes and feelings about the process of kidney transplantation and how that influences their emotional, physical, cultural and religious well-being and determine the patient's attitude and experience with their dialysis.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Adults (ages 18 and above)
  • Native American or American Indian
  • End stage kidney disease
  • First time evaluation for kidney transplantation

Exclusion Criteria: 

  • Patients who had a prior evaluation for kidney transplant at Mayo
  • Patients with prior history of any solid organ transplant
  • Patients from other race groups

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status

Scottsdale/Phoenix, Ariz.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Mira Keddis, M.D.

Closed for enrollment

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