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Comparison of Tacrolimus Extended-Release (Envarsus XR) to Tacrolimus Immediate-Release in Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Sensitized Kidney Transplant Recipients
NCT04225988 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
This is a randomized, open-label, controlled clinical trial designed to compare clinical outcomes after kidney transplantation using extended-release tacrolimus (Envarsus XR) versus immediate tacrolimus among highly-sensitized kidney transplant recipients. Outcomes to be assessed include the incidence of biopsy-proven acute rejection at 12 months, the presence of de novo and pre-existing donor-specific HLA antibodies, estimated glomerular filtration rate, and the level of donor-derived cell-free DNA.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DRUG Extended-release tacrolimus
- DRUG Immediate-release tacrolimus
Study Locations (1)
California
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Los Angeles
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 20 participants |
| Start Date | 2020-01-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2023-07-11 |
| Phase | Phase 4 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT04225988
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT04225988 describes a study currently listed as completed. It is categorized as Phase 4, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 20 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, which has 360 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Kidney Transplant Rejection appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Extended-release tacrolimus is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT04225988 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include California. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT04225988 about?
NCT04225988 is a clinical study titled "Comparison of Tacrolimus Extended-Release (Envarsus XR) to Tacrolimus Immediate-Release in Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA) Sensitized Kidney Transplant Recipients". This is a randomized, open-label, controlled clinical trial designed to compare clinical outcomes after kidney transplantation using extended-release tacrolimus (Envarsus XR) versus immediate tacrolimus among highly-sensitized kidney transplant recipients. Outcomes to be assessed include the inciden...
What is the current status of trial NCT04225988?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 4 study. The enrollment target is 20 participants. The study started on 2020-01-09. Estimated completion is 2023-07-11.
What conditions does trial NCT04225988 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Kidney Transplant Rejection. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT04225988?
The interventions under investigation include: Extended-release tacrolimus (DRUG), Immediate-release tacrolimus (DRUG). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT04225988?
This trial is sponsored by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, which has 360 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT04225988 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across California. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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