Trial Information

Summary: A Clinical Trial to study the effects of Proteinuria in Patients with Type II Diabetes and High Blood Pressure.

What is Proteinuria?

Proteinuria describes a condition in which urine contains an abnormal amount of protein. As blood passes through healthy kidneys, they filter the waste products out and leave in the things the body needs, like proteins. Most proteins are too big to pass through the kidneys' filters into the urine unless the kidneys are damaged.

Additional processes that can cause Proteinuria include diabetes, hypertension, and other forms of kidney diseases. Research shows that the level and type of Proteinuria strongly determine the extent of damage and whether you are at risk for developing progressive kidney failure. Proteinuria has also been shown to be associated with cardiovascular disease. Damaged blood vessels may lead to heart failure or stroke as well as kidney failure. If your doctor finds that you have Proteinuria, you will want to do what you can to protect your health and prevent any of these diseases from developing.

How do I know if I have Proteinuria?

People with diabetes, hypertension, or certain family backgrounds are at risk for Proteinuria.

Large amounts of protein in your urine may cause it to look foamy in the toilet. Also, because the protein has left your body, your blood can no longer soak up enough fluid and you may notice swelling in your hands, feet, abdomen, or face. These are signs of very large protein loss. More commonly, you may have Proteinuria without noticing any signs or symptoms. Testing is the only way to find out how much protein you have in your urine.

What if I Want to Know If I have Proteinuria?

Write or call us, someone will contact you and conduct a brief review of your medical history to see if you are eligible for the study. If you are eligible you will be scheduled for a protein dip test. Pending the results further actions will then be discussed.

What if I am Eligible?

A minimum of 12 study visits will be completed over approximately 9 months. All study drugs and treatment will be provided at no cost to you.

If you are interested in participating please contact us if you meet the following criteria.

• Are 18-75 years of age
• Have Type II Diabetes
• Have High Blood Pressure
• Can Travel Within The Greater Phoenix Area to Complete the Visits at Our Site

If you would like to learn more about participating in this study, please send an e-mail message using the form below.