3D Kidney Model Education for Kidney Disease

Overseen By Afiel R da Silva, BS

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: Hilary L Surratt, PhD

Disqualifiers: None

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: 1

Duration: 1 hour

35 Participants Needed

Trial Summary

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.

What data supports the effectiveness of the 3D Kidney Model treatment for kidney disease?

Research shows that 3D models help patients and doctors better understand kidney anatomy and conditions, which can improve education and treatment planning for kidney disease. ^{1 2 3 4 5}

How is the 3D Kidney Model treatment different from other treatments for kidney disease?

The 3D Kidney Model treatment is unique because it uses three-dimensional models to help patients better understand their kidney anatomy and disease, which can improve education and comprehension compared to traditional methods that rely on two-dimensional images. ^{1 3 6 7 8}

What is the purpose of this trial?

High blood pressure has a different rate effect on many minoritized individuals. African Americans, as a result of high blood pressure, are six times more likely to go through kidney failure compared to white counterparts. Hispanic communities are also disproportionately affected by high blood pressure and, unfortunately, generally have lower knowledge about the effects on the kidneys as well. Unfortunately, many minoritized and underserved communities are affected by the weight of the social determinants of health, i.e., housing, education, food, health care, etc., that contribute to large disparities in health outcomes. These factors lead to poor care management, less ability to manage care effectively, and disengagement from care. Health education is vital to recognizing and communicating with minoritized patients with hypertension-induced chronic renal disease. As the patient's knowledge of the condition grows, this can significantly influence the trust between clinicians and patients. Effective and patient-centered education can inspire patients to be proactive in their prevention strategies with clinicians. This study's overall goal is to assess the utility of a novel patient education tool (3D-printed healthy kidney and diseased kidney models) in optimizing patient education for underserved populations who have hypertension with a potential lead to hypertension-induced chronic renal disease.

Research Team

Hilary L Surratt, PhD

Principal Investigator

University of Kentucky

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for individuals from minoritized communities with high blood pressure that may lead to chronic kidney disease. It aims to educate those who might not have extensive knowledge about the impact of hypertension on kidneys, focusing on African American and Hispanic populations affected by health disparities.

Inclusion Criteria

Seeking medical care in study location

I have high blood pressure and kidney disease.

Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive patient education using either standard clinician-led methods or the 3D kidney model

1 hour

1 visit (in-person)

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for changes in understanding and confidence in managing kidney disease

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

• 3D Kidney Model

Trial Overview The study is testing a new patient education tool: 3D-printed models of healthy and diseased kidneys. Participants will receive standard medical treatment for high blood pressure and kidney issues, plus education using these models to see if it improves understanding and management of their condition.

Participant Groups

Group I: 3D Kidney model enhanced patient education Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

patient education with 3D model

Group II: Standard clinical care/TAU Active Control 1 Intervention

standard clinician-led patient education

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Hilary L Surratt, PhD

Lead Sponsor

Trials

4

Recruited

680+

University of Kentucky

Collaborator

Trials

198

Recruited

224,000+

Findings from Research

Patient education is crucial for improving outcomes in individuals with progressive kidney disease, but various barriers such as low health literacy, limited information availability, and provider time constraints hinder its implementation in the U.S.

Innovative educational strategies, including self-management support and community engagement, show promise in enhancing patient education, particularly for those with advanced kidney disease, despite challenges in evaluating their effectiveness.

NCBI (Pubmed)

pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Educating Patients about CKD: The Path to Self-Management and Patient-Centered Care. Narva, AS., Norton, JM., Boulware, LE.[2022]

References

1. Netherlands pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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2. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Physical models of renal malignancies using standard cross-sectional imaging and 3-dimensional printers: a pilot study. [2022]

3. Germany pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

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4. England pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Multicentre, randomised, economic evaluation of a web-based interactive education platform, simple or enhanced, for patients with end-stage renal disease: the PIC-R trial protocol. [2023]

5. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Educating Patients about CKD: The Path to Self-Management and Patient-Centered Care. [2022]

6. United States pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

The development of a virtual 3D model of the renal corpuscle from serial histological sections for E-learning environments. [2015]

7. Netherlands pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Usefulness of personalized three-dimensional printed model on the satisfaction of preoperative education for patients undergoing robot-assisted partial nephrectomy and their families. [2019]

8. Germany pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Building a Web-Augmented Reality application for demonstration of kidney pathology for veterinary education. [2021]