Clinical Trial: Genetic Causes of FSGS, Nephrotic Syndrome, or Kidney Failure

Study Status: Recruiting
Recruit Status: Recruiting
Study Type: Observational

Official Title: Molecular and Genetic Analysis of Inherited Kidney Dysfunction

Brief Summary: The investigators are trying to learn more about the cause of kidney diseases such as Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and Nephrotic syndrome by studying genetics. The investigators are interested in discovering which genes play a role in causing a predisposition to FSGS/NS. The investigators also want to learn why FSGS/NS can run in families. Participation in our study involves a saliva sample and a urine sample that you can give from home. There is no cost to participate. All information is kept private and confidential. The investigators also like to include healthy volunteers (parents, spouses) if interested/available but of course this is completely optional.

Detailed Summary:
Sponsor: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Current Primary Outcome: To identify the genetic causes of FSGS, NS, and idiopathic proteinuria/ESRD in patients and families [ Time Frame: 2035 ]

Original Primary Outcome: Same as current

Current Secondary Outcome:

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Information By: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Dates:
Date Received: July 16, 2014
Date Started: June 1996
Date Completion: January 2035
Last Updated: March 22, 2017
Last Verified: March 2017