STAR (Steroid Avoidance After Renal Transplantation) Study

The STAR Study investigates whether avoiding or reducing steroid medication after a kidney transplant can lower side effects without compromising the transplant's success. Steroids are commonly used to prevent organ rejection but can cause issues like weight gain, high blood pressure, and diabetes. This study compares patients who take steroids with those who avoid or minimize them, looking at differences in safety, kidney function, and overall health outcomes. The goal is to determine if it's possible to protect the transplanted kidney effectively while reducing the long-term side effects associated with steroid use.