Chronic renal failure syndrome
MONDO:0024327Impairment of the renal function due to chronic kidney damage.
Also known as: CRF - chronic renal failure, Chronic renal disease, chronic kidney failure, chronic renal failure, chronic renal failure disease, kidney failure, chronic
713 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New drug aims to shield kidneys during heart surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a single dose of ravulizumab given before heart surgery to see if it can prevent kidney damage and serious kidney problems in people with chronic kidney disease. About 736 adults will take part. The goal is to reduce the risk of major kidney events within 90 days…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug cocktail aims to slow kidney disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding balcinrenone to the standard drug dapagliflozin helps people with chronic kidney disease more than dapagliflozin alone. 324 adults with kidney disease and protein in their urine took either a combination pill or dapagliflozin alone for 12 weeks. R…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Kidney hope: drug combo may slow alport disease
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 4 trial tested two drugs—dapagliflozin and spironolactone—alone and together in 12 adults with Alport syndrome, a genetic kidney disease. The goal was to see if these drugs could lower protein levels in urine, a key sign of kidney damage. Participants took ea…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Stefan Lujinschi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Can stem cells from urine help kidneys? small trial tests safety
Disease control CompletedThis early-phase study tested whether stem cells taken from a patient's own urine (called KDSTEM Inj.) are safe for people with chronic kidney disease. Six participants received low or high doses of the cells through an IV. The main goal was to check for side effects, while also …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: EHL Bio Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Kidney alert team may cut deaths in hospital patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether quickly alerting a kidney specialist team when hospitalized patients show signs of severe kidney disease could improve survival. Over 1,100 patients in France were included. The team of a nephrologist and pharmacist would help manage care during the hosp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New blood pressure drug shows promise for kidney disease in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called BAY3283142 in 75 people with mild to moderate high blood pressure. The drug is designed to relax blood vessels and is being developed for chronic kidney disease. Participants took different doses or a placebo for up to 10 weeks to check for saf…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Fruits and veggies may rival medication for kidney health
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested whether eating more fruits and vegetables or taking sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) tablets can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease and reduce heart risks in people with high blood pressure and kidney damage. 108 non-diabetic adults with st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Donald Wesson • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Baking soda and veggies tested as cheap kidney protectors
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether reducing dietary acid with fruits and vegetables or sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) can slow chronic kidney disease in people with high blood pressure. 153 participants were followed for 5 years to measure kidney function and heart risk markers. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Donald Wesson • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Could a simple supplement shield kidneys from disease?
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested whether adding AC-134, a dietary supplement, to a low-protein diet helps protect kidney function in people with chronic kidney disease. Researchers measured kidney function, protein in urine, and waste products in the blood of 100 adults aged 20-90 wit…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taichung Veterans General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Exercise after kidney transplant boosts strength and health
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a 24-week exercise program can improve physical fitness, muscle strength, and overall health in people who received a kidney transplant. 345 adults joined the study six months after their transplant. Researchers compared those who exercised with those…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hugo de Luca Correa • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New pill shows promise for Tough-to-Treat blood pressure in kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested whether adding the experimental drug lorundrostat to standard SGLT2 inhibitor therapy can lower blood pressure in adults with chronic kidney disease and albuminuria (protein in urine). Sixty participants received either lorundrostat or a placebo for four…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Mineralys Therapeutics Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Can a phone app keep dialysis patients out of the hospital?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a smart app called Weiyin Health could improve follow-up care for 223 adults on peritoneal dialysis for kidney failure. One group used the app for reminders, AI questions, and risk alerts, while the other got standard care via WeChat and phone calls. The…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Third Xiangya Hospital of Central South University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Lifestyle coaching may slow kidney disease progression
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a tailored lifestyle counseling program for 120 adults with early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD). Participants received personalized advice based on their readiness to change, focusing on diet, exercise, and kidney health knowledge. The goal was to see if th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cheng Kung University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Tiny study tests supplement to wake up 'dead' kidneys
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested an oral supplement made from generally recognized as safe (GRAS) ingredients in 8 people with end-stage kidney disease. Two participants had not produced urine for 16 and 22 years. The goal was to see if the supplement could restore even a small amount…
Sponsor: Amar h Zireg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Could a broccoli supplement slow kidney disease?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a daily supplement called Avmacol Extra Strength, which contains sulforaphane from broccoli seeds, can slow kidney disease progression in people with stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease. The trial enrolled 96 adults and compared the supplement to a place…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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New dialysis technique tested for better tolerance in kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study compared two types of dialysis in 415 older adults (ages 65-90) with chronic kidney failure: online hemodiafiltration and conventional hemodialysis. The goal was to see which method is better tolerated and whether it reduces heart problems and other complications. Pati…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New drug aims to tame inflammation in kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug, ziltivekimab, in 36 adults with advanced chronic kidney disease (not on dialysis) to see if it can safely reduce inflammation and related heart risks. Participants received either a low dose, a high dose, or a placebo injection every 4 week…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Zapping kidney nerves may tame tough blood pressure
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device that uses ultrasound to calm overactive nerves in the kidneys, which can drive high blood pressure. Researchers enrolled 44 people with stage 3 chronic kidney disease and uncontrolled hypertension. Half received the real procedure, half a sham, to see i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Erlangen-Nürnberg Medical School • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Potassium binder lets heart patients get full drug benefits
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a drug called Lokelma (SZC) can help people with both chronic kidney disease and heart failure safely reach higher doses of life-saving heart medications (RAAS inhibitors) without dangerous potassium spikes. 112 adults with stable kidney disease and hear…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: St George's, University of London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Exercise and diet may slow early kidney damage
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a 12-week program of exercise, a protein-controlled diet, and education could improve health in people with early-stage kidney disease (stages G1 and G2). Fifteen participants completed the program. Researchers measured changes in cholesterol, muscle …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Guadalajara • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Prebiotic fiber and exercise may ease inflammation in kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether taking a prebiotic fiber (resistant starch) and doing moderate aerobic exercise for 16 weeks could reduce inflammation and improve blood vessel health, thinking, and mood in people with stage 3-4 chronic kidney disease. 68 patients were randomly assig…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Springfield College • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Could a common arthritis drug help black patients with kidney disease?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether baricitinib, a drug used for arthritis, can safely reduce high protein levels in the urine of African American adults with a specific genetic form of kidney disease (APOL1). Eight participants took the drug to see if it lowered their urine protein and pr…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New hope for kidney patients: experimental anemia drug shows promise
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called DISC-0974 in 55 adults with chronic kidney disease (not on dialysis) who also have anemia. The goal was to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it. Participants received either the drug or a placebo by injection. The results will …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Disc Medicine, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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New daily pill could rival insulin for diabetes and heart risk
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a once-daily pill called orforglipron against insulin glargine in nearly 2,750 adults with type 2 diabetes, obesity or overweight, and increased cardiovascular risk. The main goal was to see if orforglipron could reduce major heart events like heart attacks or s…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Free fruits and veggies may boost kidney health in Food-Insecure patients
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether giving produce vouchers to 100 adults with chronic kidney disease and food insecurity could improve their health. Participants received $40-$60 in vouchers every two weeks for six months. Researchers measured changes in food security, diet quality,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Gut health boost may ease dialysis burden
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether taking probiotics or synbiotics (probiotics plus fiber) for 6 months could improve health in 60 adults with kidney failure on dialysis. Researchers measured changes in blood toxins, heart health, quality of life, and thinking ability. The goal was to see…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New dialysis fluid shows promise for kidney patients in Real-World test
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special dialysis fluid called icodextrin in 439 adults with chronic kidney failure who use peritoneal dialysis at home. The goal was to see if it works better than standard glucose solutions for overnight exchanges and to check for side effects. Researchers tr…
Sponsor: Vantive Health LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New hope for kidney patients: drug safely lowers dangerous potassium levels
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called patiromer in 262 Chinese adults with chronic kidney disease and high potassium levels. Participants took patiromer for 4 weeks, then some switched to placebo for 8 weeks to see if potassium stayed controlled. The goal was to manage potassium safely…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vifor Fresenius Medical Care Renal Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New pill aims to protect kidneys by cutting protein loss
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called BAY 3283142 in 1222 adults with chronic kidney disease and high protein in their urine. Participants took either the drug or a placebo on top of their usual treatments for 16 weeks. The goal was to see if the drug could lower urine albumin leve…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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HIV Patients' kidney transplants: new study tracks rejection risk
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 27 HIV-positive people with kidney failure who received a kidney transplant. All were on a three-drug HIV treatment including Raltegravir. The goal was to see how many had graft rejection within 6 months, using blood tests and kidney biopsies.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: ANRS, Emerging Infectious Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Kidney transplant drug shows promise for proteinuria reduction
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether dapagliflozin, a diabetes drug, can reduce protein in the urine (proteinuria) in people who have had a kidney transplant and have chronic kidney disease. Researchers followed 55 patients for 6 months to see if the drug lowered protein levels and prote…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New training cuts dialysis infections?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a new training package called TEACH-PD could lower infection rates in patients starting peritoneal dialysis (PD). Over 1,400 adults from multiple countries were randomly assigned to receive either the TEACH-PD training or standard PD training. The resear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The University of Queensland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New combo shot shows promise for kidney health in diabetes patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a new medicine called CagriSema (a combination of two drugs) can reduce kidney damage in people with chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and overweight or obesity. About 626 participants received either CagriSema, one of the two drugs alone, or a pl…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Coaching lowers blood pressure in kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether an educational worksheet plus health coaching could help people with chronic kidney disease improve their blood pressure. 320 adults with moderate to severe kidney disease and uncontrolled high blood pressure took part. The goal was to see if the coachin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a tiny dose of a common blood thinner protect hearts in kidney failure?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a low dose of the blood thinner rivaroxaban (Xarelto) could reduce major heart problems like heart attacks and strokes in people with advanced chronic kidney disease or kidney failure on dialysis. About 1,753 participants were randomly assigned to receiv…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: The George Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Could a better blood pressure reading save kidneys?
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether using central blood pressure (measured near the heart) instead of the usual arm cuff leads to better outcomes in 116 people with advanced chronic kidney disease. Participants were randomly assigned to either a central BP target or a standard arm BP…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Integre Universitaire de Sante et Services Sociaux du Nord de l'ile de Montreal • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Could a kidney cell injection slow Diabetes-Related kidney failure?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental cell therapy called REACT (rilparencel) in 53 adults with type 1 or 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The therapy involves injecting a person's own kidney cells into their kidneys to see if it can slow the loss of kidney function. The goal i…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Prokidney • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New pill timing may help heart failure patients flush salt after meals
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether an extended-release version of the diuretic torsemide helps heart failure patients get rid of more salt after lunch compared to the standard immediate-release version. Twenty adults with stable heart failure took both forms in a random order, and researc…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Sarfez Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New dialyzer shows promise in small safety trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new dialysis filter called ELISIO-HX in 22 adults with kidney failure. Participants used the new filter three times a week for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if it safely maintained albumin levels while improving removal of certain waste products. The trial is …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nipro Medical Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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One donor, two transplants: could this end lifelong Anti-Rejection drugs?
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested a combined bone marrow and kidney transplant from a partially matched family donor in 10 people with both a blood disorder and chronic kidney disease. The goal was to treat both conditions at once and possibly reduce the need for lifelong anti-rejection dr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can a diabetes pill protect hearts of dialysis patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the drug dapagliflozin (a diabetes medicine) against a placebo in 220 people on dialysis for kidney failure, with or without diabetes. The goal was to see if the drug could improve heart structure and be safe. Participants took the drug or placebo for a period, …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Medical University of Vienna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New shot could help when blood pressure pills fall short
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called zilebesiran in 375 adults with high blood pressure that wasn't controlled by their current medications. Participants received either zilebesiran or a placebo as an add-on to their usual pills. The goal was to see if zilebesiran could lower bloo…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alnylam Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New drug aims to calm inflammation in kidney disease patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called TOUR006 in 143 adults with chronic kidney disease and high levels of a protein linked to inflammation (hs-CRP). The goal was to see if monthly or quarterly shots could safely lower inflammation. The study is complete, and results will show if the d…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Tourmaline Bio, Inc., a Novartis Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Could a diabetes shot shield heart and kidneys? new study investigates.
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a once-weekly injection of exenatide (a diabetes drug) can protect the heart and kidneys in 57 adults with type 2 diabetes and mild kidney problems. Participants received either exenatide or a placebo for 38 weeks. Researchers measured blood and urine ma…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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At-Home kidney care: new study lets diabetes patients test drugs without leaving the house
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether people with type 2 diabetes and kidney damage can safely participate in a clinical trial from home. Twelve participants took the drug empagliflozin, and depending on their response, some added or switched to finerenone. The goal was to see if remote data…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Community health workers may improve chronic disease outcomes in underserved communities
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether community health workers (CHWs) can help low-income, mostly minority adults better manage chronic diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity. Over 10 months, 202 participants either received CHW support plus standard care or just standar…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baylor Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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New shot may keep dialysis grafts open longer in kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called MK-2060 in 506 adults with end-stage kidney disease who need regular dialysis through a special tube (graft) in their arm. The goal was to see if the drug could prevent dangerous blood clots from blocking the graft, which would requir…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Smart insulin pump shows promise for diabetics with kidney failure
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an automated insulin delivery system (a smart pump) in 15 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who also had advanced kidney disease or were on dialysis. Participants used the system for 8 weeks, then switched to their usual care for another 8 weeks. The goal wa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Steno Diabetes Center Copenhagen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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App-based program aims to slow kidney disease with lifestyle support
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a digital program called DDEP, delivered through the LINE messaging app, to help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and their care partners make healthy lifestyle changes. Over six months, 208 participants either received the DDEP plus usual care or usual …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Cheng Kung University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Blood filtering shows promise for high lipoprotein(a) in dialysis patients
Disease control CompletedThis small completed study looked at a blood filtering procedure called double-filtration plasmapheresis (DFPP) in 5 kidney dialysis patients with very high levels of lipoprotein(a), a fatty substance linked to heart disease and blood clots. The goal was to see if DFPP could lowe…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Kidney drug may boost blood vessel health
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether a 12-week course of dapagliflozin can improve blood vessel function in people with chronic kidney disease. 32 participants took the drug, and researchers measured changes in artery health using ultrasound. The goal was to see if the drug could help co…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New drug combo shows promise for kidney disease in small trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding the drug atrasentan to standard care (including SGLT2 inhibitors) can reduce protein in the urine of people with IgA nephropathy, a kidney disease. 54 adults with biopsy-confirmed IgA nephropathy participated. The main goal was to see if atrasenta…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Simple medication check slashes readmission risk for kidney patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a thorough medication review at hospital admission and discharge could reduce mistakes and prevent patients with chronic kidney disease from being readmitted within 90 days. Researchers compared 323 patients who received this extra service to a similar g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jordan University of Science and Technology • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Diabetes drug shows promise for kidney and heart health in Non-Diabetic patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether dapagliflozin, a drug typically used for diabetes, can slow kidney decline, improve anemia, and support heart health in 100 adults with chronic kidney disease who do not have diabetes. Participants took either the drug or a placebo daily for 12 months al…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a spicy, healthy diet help kidneys? bronx study puts it to the test
Disease control CompletedThis pilot study tested whether a multicultural anti-inflammatory diet is practical and acceptable for racial/ethnic minorities with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers enrolled 18 adults with stage 3 CKD in the Bronx, providing dietary counseling tailored to each person's …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Montefiore Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New pill shows promise for rare kidney disease in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine, BI 764198, in 67 adults with a kidney disease called FSGS. Participants took different doses of the medicine or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if the medicine could reduce protein in the urine, a sign of better kidney health. T…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New hope for dialysis patients: drug targets dangerous phosphate levels
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called MCI-196 in 245 adults on dialysis who have high phosphate levels, a common problem in advanced kidney disease. After a 4-week washout and 12-week dose adjustment, patients were randomly assigned to continue MCI-196 or switch to a placebo for 4 week…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New hope for dialysis patients: drug shows promise in lowering dangerous phosphorus levels
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called MCI-196 in 336 adults on dialysis with chronic kidney disease and high phosphorus levels. After a washout period, some patients received MCI-196 and others a placebo to see if the drug could safely lower phosphorus. The goal was to manage a common …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New drug MCI-196 tested for safety in dialysis patients with high phosphorus
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the long-term safety of a drug called MCI-196 (Colestilan) in 116 adults with stage 5 chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis and have high phosphorus levels. Participants took flexible doses of the drug for 52 weeks. The main goal was to see how many side ef…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New drug aims to tackle two key risks in kidney dialysis patients
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested MCI-196, a drug that binds phosphorus and lowers cholesterol, in 642 adults on dialysis with chronic kidney disease. Participants received either MCI-196 or a placebo for 12 weeks. The goal was to see if the drug could safely reduce both serum phosphorus…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can a charcoal pill delay dialysis? large trial tests AST-120
Disease control CompletedThis large Phase 3 trial tested whether AST-120, a spherical carbon adsorbent taken as a pill, can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease. Over 1,000 adults with moderate to severe kidney disease were randomly assigned to receive AST-120 or a placebo, in addition to their…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can a charcoal pill delay dialysis?
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested whether AST-120, a spherical carbon adsorbent taken as a powder, can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease. Over 1,000 adults with moderate to severe kidney disease received either AST-120 or a placebo alongside their usual care. The main goal w…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New drug shows promise in managing phosphorus for kidney patients on dialysis
Disease control CompletedThis study tested the long-term safety of a drug called MCI-196 in 632 adults with chronic kidney disease on dialysis who have high phosphorus levels. Participants took the drug for up to 52 weeks to see how it affected their phosphorus and cholesterol. The goal was to help contr…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New cholesterol drug tested in kidney dialysis patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called MCI-196 to lower bad cholesterol in people with advanced chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis. About 260 adults took part, comparing MCI-196 to a standard statin (simvastatin) and a placebo. The goal was to see if MCI-196 works better tha…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Can a common drug slow kidney disease? new study investigates
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether pentoxifylline, a drug used for blood flow issues, can reduce inflammation and slow kidney disease in non-diabetic patients. 42 adults with moderate chronic kidney disease took either standard therapy alone or standard therapy plus pentoxifylline for 6 m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New drug ziltivekimab tested for kidney disease inflammation
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial studied how ziltivekimab works in the body of 24 Chinese adults with chronic kidney disease and signs of inflammation. Participants received either the drug or a placebo as three injections over several weeks. The study measured drug levels and safety, with…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New pill aims to tame tough blood pressure in kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called KBP-5074 in 162 people with moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease whose blood pressure was still high despite treatment. Participants took either a low or high dose of the drug or a placebo daily for 84 days. The main goal was to see if the…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: KBP Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Could an antibody tame inflammation in kidney patients?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called ziltivekimab in 264 people with advanced chronic kidney disease and high inflammation. Participants received monthly injections of either a placebo or one of three doses of ziltivekimab for six months. The goal was to see if the drug could safely l…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Can addressing food and housing improve kidney health?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a program that helps low-income African Americans with diabetic kidney disease get their basic needs, like food and housing, while also providing lifestyle coaching. Fifty participants received one-on-one sessions and a device to track blood sugar and blood pres…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical College of Wisconsin • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Numbing the right way: could a nerve block improve dialysis access surgery?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at 78 people with advanced kidney failure who needed a surgery to create an arteriovenous fistula (a connection between an artery and vein) for dialysis. The goal was to see if using a nerve block (axillary block) instead of local anesthesia could reduce early p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Kefir peptides show promise for kidney health
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether taking kefir peptides for three months could help people with stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease. Researchers measured kidney function, protein in urine, and signs of inflammation. The goal was to see if this supplement could support disease control,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Chung Hsing University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Magnetic catheter could simplify dialysis access for kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new device called the everlinQ endoAVF System in 24 adults with kidney failure who need dialysis. The device uses magnets and radiofrequency energy to create a connection between an artery and a vein, providing a way to access the blood for dialysis. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: C. R. Bard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New device aims to simplify dialysis access for kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device that creates a connection between an artery and a vein in the arm to make dialysis easier for people with kidney failure. Thirty-two adults with chronic kidney disease who needed dialysis took part. The main goals were to see if the connection worked we…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: C. R. Bard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Virtual reality and pills could help kidney patients think clearer
Disease control CompletedThis completed study looked at whether remote virtual reality rehabilitation and a ketoacid supplement (Ketosteril) could help people with chronic kidney disease (stages 3b-5) who also have mild cognitive issues. The 15 participants were split into groups: one got the supplement,…
Sponsor: Taipei Medical University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Gut health hope: probiotics may slow kidney disease complication
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a daily probiotic drink could slow the buildup of calcium in blood vessels (vascular calcification) in 84 adults with advanced chronic kidney disease. Participants took either the probiotic or a placebo for 6 months, and researchers tracked changes in ki…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Maimónides Biomedical Research Institute of Córdoba • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New drug combo aims to slow kidney disease
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 2 trial tested two drugs, HRS-1780 and henagliflozin, in 181 adults with chronic kidney disease. Participants took the drugs or placebos for 13 weeks to see if the drugs could reduce protein in the urine, a sign of kidney damage. The study aimed to find a new…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Shandong Suncadia Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New tube system could make dialysis access easier for kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new device called the FLEX System that creates a connection between an artery and a vein (AV fistula) using a tube inserted through the skin, instead of surgery. The goal was to see if this method is safe and works well for people with chronic kidney disease w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: C. R. Bard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New device aims to improve dialysis access for kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new device called FLEX-1 that creates a special blood vessel connection (called an arteriovenous fistula) for people with advanced kidney disease who need dialysis. Sixteen adults with stage 4 or 5 chronic kidney disease took part. The goal was to see if the d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: C. R. Bard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New study: can a simple powder keep kidney patients out of the ER?
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether continuing a drug called sodium zirconium cyclosilicate (Lokelma) after hospital discharge helps people with chronic kidney disease maintain normal potassium levels. 186 hospitalized patients were randomly assigned to either continue the drug or recei…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New device aims to simplify dialysis access for kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new device called FLEX-1 to create a special blood vessel connection (arteriovenous fistula) for dialysis in 17 adults with advanced chronic kidney disease. The goal was to see if the device is safe and works well for hemodialysis. The study focused on complic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: C. R. Bard • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New drug targets inflammation in heart and kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage trial tested a new drug called AZD4144 in 29 people who have both heart disease and chronic kidney disease. The main goal was to see if the drug is safe and if it lowers certain markers of inflammation in the blood. The study compared the drug against a placebo o…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New pill could help dialysis patients control dangerous phosphorus levels
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested a new drug called AP301 in 474 Chinese adults on dialysis who had high phosphorus levels. Participants took AP301, a low dose of AP301, or the standard drug sevelamer carbonate with meals. The main goal was to see how well AP301 lowers phosphorus compare…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alebund Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Rural patients get Hospital-Level care at home in landmark trial
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving hospital-level care to acutely ill adults in their own homes in rural areas works well. 160 people with various conditions like infections, heart failure, or COPD took part. The goal was to see if this approach could lower costs and help patien…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New pill shows promise for anemia in kids with kidney disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a drug called daprodustat in children aged 3 months to under 18 years who have anemia due to chronic kidney disease. The goal was to see how the drug moves through the body and if it is safe. Only 4 children took part, and they received the drug for up to 52 wee…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: GlaxoSmithKline • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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New drug gemini tested for kidney disease safety
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested a single dose of the experimental drug Gemini in 40 adults with stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease. The main goal was to check safety and side effects compared to a placebo. Researchers also measured how the drug moves through the body and its effect …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Revelation Biosciences, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Could a kidney drug for type 2 diabetes also help type 1 patients?
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 3 trial tested whether finerenone, a drug already approved for kidney disease in type 2 diabetes, can also slow kidney damage in people with type 1 diabetes. 241 adults with both conditions took either finerenone or a placebo for 6 months, alongside their usual care. R…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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New implant could keep dialysis lifelines open longer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a special collagen implant coated with sirolimus (rapamycin) placed around a new dialysis fistula during surgery. The goal was to see if it helps the fistula become usable for dialysis sooner and stay working longer. About 269 people with advanced kidney disease…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vascular Therapies, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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New obesity drug AZD4144 enters human testing
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called AZD4144 in 28 adults with obesity to see if it is safe and how it affects inflammation markers in the blood. Participants took either the drug or a placebo daily for a short time. The goal was to check for side effects and measure c…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New implant could speed up dialysis fistula maturation
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tests a sirolimus-releasing collagen implant placed around a new dialysis fistula during surgery. The goal is to help the fistula mature faster so it can be used for dialysis. The study involves 136 people aged 65+ with kidney failure who are new to hemodialysi…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vascular Therapies, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Can a common diabetes drug work safely in kidney patients?
Disease control CompletedThis phase 2 trial tested the safety and effectiveness of metformin extended release (XR) in 12 adults with type 2 diabetes and mild to moderate chronic kidney disease (stages 1 to 3). Participants took metformin XR tablets for 6 to 12 weeks, and researchers monitored their blood…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:58 UTC
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Can a common phosphate binder tame kidney disease hormones?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether sevelamer carbonate, a drug that binds phosphate in the gut, can lower levels of a hormone called FGF-23 in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) who are not yet on dialysis. The trial included 98 adults with moderate to severe CKD and high FGF-23 lev…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:55 UTC
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Blood thinner fails to boost dialysis fistula success in large trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether clopidogrel, a blood thinner, could prevent early failure of arteriovenous fistulas in 877 people with kidney failure starting hemodialysis. While clopidogrel reduced the risk of fistula clotting, it did not improve the chance that the fistula would be u…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:49 UTC
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Experimental kidney drug MK-2060 passes first safety check in small study
Disease control CompletedThis early study tested a single shot of an experimental drug called MK-2060 in 14 people with stage 4 chronic kidney disease. The main goal was to see if it was safe and how the body handles it. Only the first part of the study was completed; the later parts were not started for…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:37 UTC
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Game on: mobile app helps kids with kidney disease take control
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a mobile game could help children aged 11-14 with chronic kidney failure better manage their condition. 68 children were split into two groups: one used the game, the other received standard education. Researchers measured changes in BMI, blood pressure,…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Akdeniz University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:16 UTC
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New drug aims to slow kidney failure in chronic disease patients
Disease control CompletedThis completed trial tested a new drug called QRX-3 (Eseronate) in 45 people with chronic kidney disease stages 3-5. The goal was to see if the drug could slow the decline in kidney function and reduce protein in the urine. The study compared changes in kidney function over time.
Sponsor: Neukidney Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:48 UTC
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Vitamin d study aims to protect kidneys in children
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether the usual vitamin D doses given to children with chronic kidney disease, kidney transplants, or nephrotic syndrome are enough to raise their vitamin D levels to a healthy range. Forty-three children received vitamin D vials based on their weight and star…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:38 UTC
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Could less dialysis be enough? study tests twice-weekly schedule for kidney patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether people with kidney failure who still have some kidney function can do well with only two dialysis sessions per week instead of the usual three. Fifty-eight patients each tried both schedules for four weeks. Researchers measured quality of life, sympto…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Palo Alto Veterans Institute for Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:55 UTC
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AI model could spare diabetes patients from invasive kidney biopsies
Diagnosis CompletedThis study uses machine learning to tell apart diabetic kidney disease from other kidney diseases in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers analyzed data from over 2,200 patients across 14 medical centers to build a model that uses routine clinical and lab information. The goal…
Sponsor: Beijing Tongren Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New questionnaire could help millions avoid kidney failure
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a short questionnaire called SCORED to see if it can accurately identify adults in Asia who are at risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD). Over 1,400 people took part across multiple hospitals. Researchers measured how well the questionnaire predicted kidney prob…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Smart patch could spot silent killer in kidney patients without needles
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether a small, chest-worn ECG device can detect high potassium levels (hyperkalemia) in people with chronic kidney disease undergoing dialysis. Thirty-two patients wore the device during dialysis sessions, and the ECG readings were compared with blood test res…
Sponsor: Kyungho Park • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:04 UTC
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New ultrasound tech could change how we see kidney failure
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new ultrasound technique called URM to look at tiny blood vessels in the kidneys of 150 people with kidney failure. The goal was to see if this method can help doctors better assess kidney function, stage the disease, and monitor treatment. The researchers com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ma Zhe • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can ultrasound predict which dialysis access will work?
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested whether advanced ultrasound techniques can predict if an arteriovenous fistula (AVF) will work for dialysis in people with end-stage kidney disease. Researchers measured artery stiffness and blood flow in 76 patients before and after AVF surgery. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Sweat sensor could replace needles for kidney patients
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a new wearable patch that collects sweat to measure sodium and creatinine levels, which are important for monitoring kidney health and dehydration. Five adults with kidney disease wore the patch while their sweat was analyzed using a special light-based techniqu…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Korea University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Urine particles may reveal hidden kidney damage
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at tiny particles called extracellular vesicles found in urine to see if they can help tell the difference between healthy kidneys and chronic kidney disease. Researchers measured these particles in 143 people, including healthy volunteers and patients with kidn…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:50 UTC
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Drug may shield kidneys from dye harm in ICU
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether pentoxifylline, a drug that improves blood flow, can prevent kidney damage caused by contrast dye used in medical imaging. The trial included 70 adults with chronic kidney disease who were in the intensive care unit and needed contrast dye. Researchers m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Dialysis retraining cuts infection risk in kidney patients
Prevention CompletedThis study tested whether regular retraining on infection prevention can lower peritonitis rates in new peritoneal dialysis patients. Over 700 adults from eight European countries were randomly assigned to either standard care or extra testing and retraining on dialysis technique…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New device aims to make dialysis needle sticks easier
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a device that uses ultrasound to help guide needles into the blood vessels of people with end-stage kidney disease who need dialysis. Ten adults with an arteriovenous fistula or graft took part. The main goal was to see if the device could help place needles suc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: X9, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Can an online wellness program ease anxiety in chronic disease?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a 12-week online mind-body program for adults with chronic conditions like heart failure, cancer, and liver disease. The program included mindful movement, meditation, breathwork, and coping skills. Researchers measured changes in anxiety, depression, fatigue, a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New drug may scratch the itch for dialysis patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a drug called nemolizumab to see if it can reduce severe itching in adults with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis. 258 participants received either nemolizumab or a placebo as injections every 4 weeks for 12 weeks. The main goal was to see how many peop…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Galderma R&D • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Simple massage and stretching tested for dialysis cramps
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 10-minute vibration massage or static stretching exercise could reduce the severity and duration of muscle cramps that often occur during hemodialysis. Thirty adults with chronic kidney disease on dialysis were randomly assigned to receive vibration ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Figen Akay • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Foot massage beats sleep training for dialysis patients' rest
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two non-drug methods—reflexology (foot massage) and sleep hygiene education—to improve sleep and comfort in 60 adults on hemodialysis. Both approaches helped, but reflexology was more effective. The results suggest a simple, drug-free option for better rest in d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ulfet Kral • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Can a diabetes pill help heart failure patients get rid of excess fluid?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether adding empagliflozin (a diabetes drug) to standard diuretics helps hospitalized heart failure patients with moderate to advanced kidney disease urinate more fluid. 25 participants were given the combination, and researchers measured urine output. The goa…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: McGill University Health Centre/Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Mindfulness boosts Well-Being and adherence in dialysis patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether nurse-led mindfulness sessions could help people on hemodialysis feel better and follow their treatment more closely. Eighty patients were split into two groups: one received six weekly mindfulness sessions, the other got usual care. After the program, t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Baskent University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Dialysis patients get a boost from In-Chair workouts
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether doing specific exercises during dialysis sessions can improve how well people with chronic kidney disease function in daily life. Fifty-six adults on maintenance hemodialysis were split into groups doing lumbar stabilization exercises, breathing muscl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bandırma Onyedi Eylül University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Can a booklet help kidney patients stick to their meds?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a training booklet based on Roy's Adaptation Model could help kidney patients who are starting immunosuppressive therapy. The booklet covers topics like what the drugs do, side effects, and how to adapt to the disease. Researchers measured patients' m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Trakya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Ancient herbs meet modern dialysis: patch aims to ease pain and depression
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a traditional Chinese medicine patch made from herbs like ginger and Artemisia on 21 dialysis patients who had pain from their fistula. The patch was placed on specific acupoints during dialysis sessions for 4 weeks. Researchers measured pain, depression, and qu…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Bedtime meditation may ease anxiety for kidney dialysis patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a guided mindfulness meditation program, practiced during dialysis sessions, could reduce anxiety and improve spiritual well-being in people with chronic kidney disease. Fifty-eight adults on hemodialysis were randomly assigned to either the meditation g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Simple home workouts may boost strength and mood in kidney patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a 12-week home exercise program could help people aged 45 and older with advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 4-5) who are not on dialysis. The program included strength and aerobic exercises done 3-4 times a week. Researchers measured changes in m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Akdeniz University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can simple exercises and relaxation boost life quality for kidney patients?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether resistance exercises or relaxation therapy better improve physical function and quality of life in people with mild-to-moderate chronic kidney disease. Fifty adults aged 30 to 65 took part, with one group doing both relaxation and resistance exercises…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Rashid Latif Medical College • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Simple tricks slash dialysis pain: music or mirror beats needle fear
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two simple, drug-free ways to reduce pain when inserting needles for dialysis. 75 patients were split into three groups: one listened to calming music, one looked at their healthy arm in a mirror, and one received standard care. Pain scores were compared right a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Izmir Kavram Vocational School • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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New program aims to fight fatigue in kidney disease patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study tested a cognitive behavioral program to help reduce fatigue in people with chronic kidney disease. Five adults with moderate-to-severe kidney disease took part in remote sessions. The goal was to see if the program was acceptable and to gather data for a l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Texts & gamification boost blood pressure checks in kidney patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a program that sends text reminders and uses social support and game-like features to encourage people with chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure to check their blood pressure regularly. 70 adults from a University of Pennsylvania clinic part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Could a simple constipation treatment protect your kidneys?
Symptom relief CompletedThis small pilot study looked at whether treating constipation with a common laxative (lactulose) is practical for people with chronic kidney disease. Fourteen participants took lactulose daily for up to 6 weeks. The main goal was to see if people would stick with the treatment a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Tennessee • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Robotic parrot and music soothe dialysis Patients' anxiety and fatigue
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether listening to live music, hearing a ney flute, or interacting with a robotic parrot could help people on dialysis feel less anxious and less tired. 64 adults on regular hemodialysis took part. Researchers measured their anxiety and fatigue levels before, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karadeniz Technical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Simple hand exercise may boost dialysis success
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested if doing hand grip exercises for six weeks helps the arm blood vessel connection (fistula) used for dialysis grow stronger and work better. 34 adults with kidney failure on dialysis were randomly assigned to either do the exercises or receive standard care. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mansoura University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Breathing workouts boost lung power in young kidney transplant recipients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether 8 weeks of respiratory muscle training using a special breathing device could improve lung function and muscle strength in 30 children aged 8-18 who had a kidney transplant at least 6 months earlier. The training involved both inspiratory and expiratory …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Atlas University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:31 UTC
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Chocolate tested for kidney effects – but Don't get excited yet
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at whether eating a single dose of dark chocolate (70% cocoa) changes blood flow to the kidneys and blood pressure, compared to white chocolate. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure kidney blood flow two hours after eating. The study includes 32 people: hea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gregoire Wuerzner; MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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JARDIANCE under the microscope: Real-World safety check for korean kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at the safety of the diabetes drug JARDIANCE (empagliflozin) in 299 Korean adults with chronic kidney disease. Researchers tracked side effects and measured changes in a key kidney health marker (urine albumin-creatinine ratio) after 12 and 24 weeks of…
Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Simple urine test may predict kidney recovery after acute failure
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 287 patients with acute kidney injury caused by tubular necrosis. Researchers measured two substances in urine (PIIINP and NGAL) to see if they could predict whether kidney function would return or if chronic kidney disease would develop. The goal is to find …
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Hidden patterns: how three chronic diseases often travel together
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed observational study looked at 4500 patients admitted to internal medicine wards with heart failure, COPD, or chronic kidney disease. Researchers aimed to identify which other chronic conditions tend to cluster with these diseases, and how those clusters affect pati…
Sponsor: Fadoi Foundation, Italy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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New study aims to predict early death risk in elderly kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows people over 75 with advanced chronic kidney disease to better understand their health and treatment paths. Researchers want to create a tool that predicts which patients are at high risk of dying soon after starting dialysis. The goal is to help patients, famil…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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CBD-Tacrolimus interaction study completed: key dosing insights for transplant recipients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how cannabidiol (CBD) interacts with tacrolimus, a drug used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients. Researchers wanted to understand how to adjust doses for better health outcomes. The study involved 57 healthy adults and those with chronic kidney…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Indiana University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Antidepressant dose linked to hospital risk in seniors with kidney trouble
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 5000 older adults (66+) with low kidney function who started taking the antidepressant nortriptyline. Researchers compared those taking more than 10 mg per day to those taking exactly 10 mg per day to see if higher doses increased the chance of an e…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Can a phone coach and doctor registry improve kidney care?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at two tools to help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stay healthier. One tool gave doctors a registry to track patients, and the other offered phone coaching from a health coach. The goal was to see if these approaches could lower blood pressure and imp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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New dialysis fluid tested against standard in small study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how well a new dialysis solution works compared to the usual one in people with kidney failure who are on peritoneal dialysis. Seven stable patients each tried both solutions during a single 4-hour session. The goal was to measure fluid removal and changes in…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Can exercise strengthen bones in kidney disease? study tests aerobic vs resistance training
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how two types of exercise affect bone health in people with chronic kidney disease. Sixty patients did either treadmill walking or resistance training for 6 months. Researchers measured bone turnover markers and bone density before and after the program to se…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Badr University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Massive kidney study tracks 3,000 patients over 5 years
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed more than 3,000 adults with moderate to advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) for up to 5 years. Researchers collected health data and blood/urine samples to identify factors that lead to kidney failure, heart problems, and other complications. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Institut National de la Santé Et de la Recherche Médicale, France • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Antidepressant doses under scrutiny for kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined whether starting a higher dose of two common antidepressants (venlafaxine and duloxetine) increases the risk of emergency visits, hospital stays, or death within 30 days in older adults with chronic kidney disease. Researchers analyzed health records from over…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Real-World data reveals how dapagliflozin works for kidney disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed observational study analyzed electronic health records of nearly 13,000 adults with chronic kidney disease in Spain to see how the drug dapagliflozin is used in everyday practice. Researchers looked at patient characteristics, lab results, and healthcare costs over…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Kidney function may change how diabetes drug works
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a single dose of HR17031 moves through the body in people with mild, moderate, severe, or end-stage kidney disease compared to those with normal kidneys. A total of 24 adults with type 2 diabetes took part. The goal was to understand how kidney function a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jiangsu HengRui Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Dialysis patients wear heart monitors for a week to uncover hidden risks
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed 268 adults with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis. Each participant wore a Holter heart monitor for 7 days to track irregular heartbeats. Researchers then looked for links between those heart patterns and serious outcomes like sudden cardiac death, heart at…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Kidney Patients' mouth health under microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 88 adults with chronic kidney disease to see how their oral health changes at different stages. Researchers checked teeth, gums, saliva, and breath to find links with nutrition and inflammation. The goal is to understand if dental problems can worsen kidney d…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Video lessons boost kidney transplant knowledge
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a program of videos and text messages (called KidneyTIME) helps people with kidney failure learn more about getting a kidney from a living donor. 422 adults who were already being evaluated for a kidney transplant took part. The study compared those who …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New formula may help dialysis timing save lives
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether starting dialysis at a specific time, based on a new mathematical formula, could help people with end-stage kidney disease live longer. 388 patients were randomly assigned to start dialysis either at an 'optimal' or 'late' time. Researchers tracked de…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Scientists hunt for early warning signs of kidney failure in rare genetic diseases
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study collected blood and urine samples from 240 people with ciliopathies—rare genetic disorders that often lead to kidney failure. Researchers analyzed these samples to find biological markers that could predict how the disease will progress. The goal is to develo…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Patients and doctors rank top priorities for kidney disease Self-Care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study asked 140 people—including patients with chronic kidney disease, their families, healthcare professionals, and researchers—to identify the most important outcomes for self-managing the condition before dialysis is needed. Through multiple survey rounds, parti…
Sponsor: University of Leicester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:27 UTC
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New conversation tool aims to improve End-of-Life care for kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a communication tool called 'Best Case/Worst Case' for older adults with advanced kidney disease. Doctors were trained to discuss best, worst, and most likely outcomes for treatment options. The goal was to see if this approach helps patients receive more pallia…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Kidney drug combo under microscope: can they keep fluids in check?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 2 study investigated how the drugs dapagliflozin and balcinrenone, alone or together, affect the body's handling of water and salts in people over 50 with stage 3 chronic kidney disease. Over 28 days, 103 participants took daily pills to measure changes in ur…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Klinikum Nürnberg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New approach aims to catch kidney disease earlier in hispanic and black communities
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study worked with community groups to screen Hispanic/Latinx adults for kidney disease and diabetes, then referred them to a primary care doctor. It also gave local clinics guidelines to help doctors screen and treat Hispanic and Black patients with diabetes. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Kidney function may change how this drug works
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug LY3537982 is processed in people with different levels of kidney function. Researchers compared 32 participants with normal kidneys, moderate kidney problems, and severe kidney problems. The goal was to see how kidney impairment…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Dialysis danger: what causes blood pressure to crash during treatment?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 395 adults on long-term dialysis to find out how often their blood pressure drops dangerously during treatment and what makes it more likely. Researchers collected information on patients' health history, medications, and dialysis settings. The goal is to hel…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Real-World data on kidney drug finerenone in chinese patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study analyzed electronic health records from over 6,500 patients in China who started taking finerenone for chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. Researchers tracked kidney function, potassium levels, and side effects like high potassium. The goal was to see…
Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Ready-to-use dialysis fluids tested in real-world ICU study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tracked 228 critically ill patients in China who needed continuous kidney dialysis. Doctors used pre-mixed solutions instead of custom-mixed ones to see how well they worked in everyday hospital care. The goal was to gather information on filter life, blood chemistry, …
Sponsor: Vantive Health LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Breakfast matters: study tests drug levels with and without food
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a high-fat, high-calorie meal changes the amount of two drugs (zibotentan and dapagliflozin) in the blood of healthy people. Twenty-six adults took a single dose of the combined pill once after eating and once on an empty stomach. The goal was to see if f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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App study reveals hidden kidney risks in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at data from 348 people with type 2 diabetes in Germany who use the myTherapy app. Researchers wanted to see how many had high levels of a protein called albumin in their urine, which is a sign of kidney damage. They also tracked how these levels changed over a …
Sponsor: Bayer • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Blood molecules may reveal hidden clues about kidney disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at specific molecules in the blood of 180 people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and 60 healthy volunteers. The goal was to see if these molecules could help diagnose CKD early or predict when a common treatment for anemia stops working. The researchers measur…
Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Kidney drug study checks safety in sick and healthy volunteers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a single dose of the drug AZD4144 in 41 adults with severe kidney disease, end-stage kidney disease, and healthy volunteers. Researchers measured how the drug moves through the body and checked for side effects. The goal was to understand how kidney problems aff…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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3D ultrasound may replace costly scans for kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether 3D ultrasound can accurately measure kidney and tumor volumes compared to standard CT or MRI scans. 53 adults with chronic kidney disease or kidney tumors participated. Researchers compared 3D ultrasound measurements to those from contrast-enhanced CT or…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Kidney health may change how brain drug works
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how different levels of kidney function affect the way the experimental brain drug iclepertin is processed in the body. 36 adults with and without kidney problems took a single dose of the drug. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood to see if kidney i…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Smart homes for seniors: telemonitoring trial aims to cut hospital stays
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether home automation and remote monitoring can help elderly people (65+) with multiple chronic conditions live safely at home. Over 500 participants had their homes equipped with sensors that tracked health signs and sent alerts to doctors. The main goal was …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Limoges • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Kidney dialysis patients: new study tests blood thinner safety
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looks at how a single 5 mg dose of the blood thinner apixaban is processed in people with end-stage kidney disease who are on peritoneal dialysis, compared to people with normal kidney function. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood over time. The goal is to un…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Genetic testing aims to tackle kidney disease racial gap
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether giving African American adults with high blood pressure early access to genetic testing for a kidney disease risk gene (APOL1) could improve their care. Over 6,700 participants were randomly assigned to get their genetic results right away or later. T…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New coaching program helps seniors decide on dialysis with confidence
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a program called DIAL-SDM that trains kidney doctors and coaches older patients (65+) with advanced kidney disease to have better conversations about dialysis. The goal was to see if the program was practical and acceptable. 102 patients, their caregivers, and 2…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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AI may predict patient decline at home before it happens
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a machine learning algorithm to predict if a patient being cared for at home would deteriorate. Researchers used data from over 500 patients to train the algorithm and compared its alerts to traditional vital sign alarms. The goal is to catch problems earlier an…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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AI could predict dialysis problems before they happen
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study at Huashan Hospital looked at data from 778 adults on long-term hemodialysis. Researchers used artificial intelligence to build models that could give early warnings about inadequate dialysis and help diagnose complications like heart disease. The goal is to …
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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AI predicts hospital comebacks: a data dive
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at data from 372 patients to see if a computer program could predict who would need to be readmitted to the hospital within 30 days. Researchers used information like age and health history to train the computer model. The goal was to find patterns that could he…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Dialysis Patients' voices heard: new study tests routine questionnaires
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether having dialysis patients regularly fill out questionnaires about their symptoms and well-being helps them communicate better with their doctors and nurses. Over 3,900 adults on dialysis in Alberta and Ontario took part. The goal was to see if sharing the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New pill for inflammation takes first step in human safety trial
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new oral medicine, NNC0705-0001, in 116 healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body handles it. The drug is being developed to treat chronic inflammation, which can lead to heart and metabolic diseases. Participants received either the dru…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Timing your snack during dialysis could keep your blood pressure steady
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether eating at different times during hemodialysis affects blood pressure stability and how well the treatment removes waste from the body. Researchers divided 40 adults with chronic kidney disease into groups that ate at set times or followed their usual …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Study reveals trazodone dosing dangers for seniors with kidney trouble
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined over 31,000 older adults (65+) with chronic kidney disease to see if starting a higher dose of the sleep medication trazodone (75-150 mg/day) leads to more serious events like hospital visits or death within 30 days compared to a lower dose (25-75 mg/day). The…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Elderly kidney Patients' blood vessels under the microscope
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study examined blood vessel function in 101 elderly patients (65 and older) with chronic kidney disease who were not on dialysis. Researchers used ultrasound and other non-invasive tests to measure blood vessel health and looked for links to certain blood markers. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Kidney drug may work through gut bacteria, study hints
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 50 non-diabetic people with chronic kidney disease to see if the drug dapagliflozin changes the types of bacteria in their gut. Researchers measured gut bacteria diversity and related waste products in the blood before and after 12 weeks of treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Doctors polled on inflammation blood test for heart and kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study surveyed 608 heart and kidney doctors to understand their awareness and use of a blood test called hsCRP, which measures inflammation. The goal was to learn what doctors think about inflammation's role in treating patients with heart disease, kidney disease, or heart f…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Higher antidepressant dose may pose risks for seniors with weak kidneys
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at over 7,000 older adults (65+) with reduced kidney function who started taking the antidepressant citalopram. Researchers compared a 20 mg/day dose to a 10 mg/day dose to see if the higher dose increased the risk of serious events like hospitalization, emergen…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Home workouts may boost muscle power in kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a personalized, home-based exercise program done via video calls could improve muscle function in people with moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease (CKD) who are not on dialysis. Thirty-two sedentary adults aged 30-75 with CKD took part. They did com…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Davis • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New study reveals how diabetes drug semaglutide may protect kidneys
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how semaglutide, a diabetes medicine, affects the kidneys in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. 106 participants received either semaglutide or a placebo injection once a week for about a year. Researchers used MRI scans, blood and urine …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New turkish scale helps measure breathing trouble in silent patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a Turkish version of the Respiratory Distress Observation Scale (RDOS) in 100 adult palliative care patients who cannot describe their breathing trouble. The scale uses eight physical signs like heart rate and restlessness to rate distress. The goal was to see i…
Sponsor: Istinye University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Could a simple handheld device let kidney patients skip frequent clinic blood tests?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a small, handheld device called the Nova Max Pro StatSensor that measures creatinine levels in the blood, a key marker of kidney function. The goal was to see if kidney transplant patients could use it reliably at home, compared to standard lab tests. One hundre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Royal Free Hospital NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Higher dose of common drug may raise hospital risk for seniors with kidney trouble
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at 1,100 older adults (65+) with advanced chronic kidney disease who started taking pramipexole, a drug for restless legs or Parkinson's. Researchers compared a very low starting dose (0.125 mg/day) to slightly higher doses (0.25 or 0.375 mg/day) to se…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Higher antidepressant dose may raise risks for seniors with weak kidneys
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at nearly 7,000 older adults (65+) with low kidney function who started taking the antidepressant sertraline. Researchers compared the safety of a 50 mg daily dose versus a 25 mg daily dose, tracking hospital visits, emergency department visits, or dea…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Antidepressant dose matters for seniors with kidney trouble
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at over 12,000 older adults (age 66+) with low kidney function who started taking the antidepressant escitalopram. Researchers compared the safety of a 10 mg daily dose versus a 5 mg daily dose. The goal was to see if the higher dose led to more hospital visits,…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New tool may predict kidney injury after heart surgery
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a prediction tool that uses routine lab results to estimate a patient's risk of kidney injury after heart surgery. Researchers looked at data from 2,500 adults who had heart surgery to see how well the tool worked. The goal is to help doctors catch kidney proble…
Sponsor: Universidad de Oviedo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Salt sensitivity in kidney disease: a new clue from uromodulin?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how salt in the diet affects blood pressure in 130 adults with chronic kidney disease. Researchers measured a protein called uromodulin in urine to see if it predicts salt sensitivity. The goal was to understand why some patients' blood pressure rises more wi…
Sponsor: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Can outreach programs close the kidney transplant racial gap?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at whether special outreach programs—using transplant social workers and coordinators—can help Black and non-Black patients with chronic kidney disease get kidney transplants earlier and more fairly. Over 1,100 adults took part. The goal was to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Kidney patients on higher tamsulosin dose face greater danger?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 14,000 older adults (66+) with advanced chronic kidney disease who started taking tamsulosin. Researchers compared those on a higher dose (0.8 mg/day) to those on a lower dose (0.4 mg/day) to see if the higher dose led to more hospital visits or deaths within…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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New study tests whether community helpers and trauma training can boost kidney care for minorities
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether training community health workers to focus on kidney disease care, and teaching doctors about trauma-informed care, could improve quality of life for Black and Hispanic patients with advanced chronic kidney disease. The study involved 153 patients fro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Virtual doctor aims to boost kidney transplant awareness
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a computer program that acts like a virtual doctor to teach people with advanced chronic kidney disease about kidney transplants. 148 patients took part. The goal was to see if talking with this virtual agent could increase their interest in considering a transp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Hidden prediabetes common in dialysis patients, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how common prediabetes is in people with end-stage kidney disease who are on dialysis. Researchers screened 262 adult dialysis patients who had never been diagnosed with diabetes or prediabetes. The goal was to find out how many had prediabetes, which can inc…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Inflammation and thyroid: a hidden connection in kidney patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study examined whether a marker of inflammation called interleukin-6 (IL-6) is linked to thyroid hormone problems in people with chronic kidney disease on dialysis. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 65 stable dialysis patients. The goal was to see if higher IL-6 levels…
Sponsor: Dr. Soetomo General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Timing matters: study tests best way to take kidney and blood pressure meds together
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 trial looked at how colestilan, a drug for high phosphate levels in kidney disease, affects the body's processing of candesartan, a blood pressure medication. Eighteen healthy men took candesartan alone or with colestilan at different times. The goal was to…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Tanabe Pharma Corporation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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MRI scans reveal hidden heart risks in kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study used advanced MRI scans to look at the hearts of 276 people with chronic kidney disease, including those on dialysis. The goal was to identify different types of heart damage and link them to patient outcomes. No new treatment was tested; instead, researchers aimed to …
Sponsor: Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Heart surgery in childhood may leave kidneys at risk later
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how often teenagers develop chronic kidney disease after having heart surgery as young children. Researchers collected blood and urine samples from 120 teens aged 10 to 15 during their regular heart check-ups. The goal was to find out how common kidney damage …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Urine test may replace needle biopsy for kidney transplant patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether a simple urine test could predict scarring in kidney transplants, instead of using a needle biopsy. Researchers measured certain genetic markers in urine cells from 300 kidney transplant recipients over the first year after transplant. The goal was to…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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New kidney drug passes early safety check in small study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a single dose of the experimental drug KBP-5074 in 11 people with severe chronic kidney disease, including some on dialysis. The main goal was to check safety and how the drug moves through the body. No treatment benefits were measured; the study onl…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: KBP Biosciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Kidney disease patients get a boost from a simple booklet
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether giving an education booklet to people with stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease helps them follow their treatment plan, take care of themselves, and feel better overall. 119 patients participated, and researchers measured changes using standard questionna…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Trakya University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Kidney drug tested in diabetic vs non-diabetic patients – results may guide future care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a class of diabetes drugs called SGLT2 inhibitors changes kidney function in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers compared 60 patients with and without diabetes to see if the drug affects their estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) …
Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Could cheap water pills protect hearts in early kidney disease?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study in 49 veterans with early chronic kidney disease (CKD) tested whether diuretics (water pills) can reduce fluid overload and improve heart health. Researchers measured changes in heart stress markers and symptoms like fatigue after 4 weeks of treatment. The go…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Smart alert system aims to catch hidden kidney disease in primary care
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested an electronic alert system that reminds doctors to screen, monitor, and refer patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). It involved 66 primary care centers in Stockholm, covering about 780,000 people. The goal was to see if the system improves detection and ma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Gene hunt: unlocking kidney disease secrets in guadeloupe
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether certain gene variants (APOL1) are linked to advanced chronic kidney disease (stage 4) in Afro-Caribbean adults living in Guadeloupe. Researchers analyzed blood samples from 88 participants to find how common these gene variants are. The goal was to be…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Guadeloupe • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Worldwide kidney study tracks 6,000 patients to unlock disease secrets
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study followed nearly 6,000 people with kidney disease from around the world. Researchers collected routine test results like kidney function and protein in urine to better understand how the disease progresses. The goal was to gather information, not to test a new treatment…
Sponsor: The George Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:04 UTC
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Doctors' views on hidden inflammation in heart and kidney patients surveyed
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study surveyed 1,500 Chinese heart and kidney specialists to understand their awareness and perceptions of systemic inflammation in patients with both atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease. The goal was to learn how doctors currently identify and …
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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Liver-Kidney treatment response under review
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study from University Hospital Freiburg looked back at 490 patients with liver cirrhosis and signs of chronic kidney disease who were treated for hepatorenal syndrome. Researchers compared how well patients with and without pre-existing kidney disease responded to …
Sponsor: University Hospital Freiburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:02 UTC
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New study aims to improve timing of palliative care for advanced illnesses
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study observed 178 patients with advanced cancer, chronic kidney failure, or chronic lung diseases to assess their palliative care needs and survival factors. Researchers used two scoring tools to evaluate when and how to best introduce palliative care alongside re…
Sponsor: Istituto Romagnolo per lo Studio dei Tumori Dino Amadori IRST S.r.l. IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Can a simple device improve dialysis? small study tests HemoCept
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed pilot study tested whether the HemoCept device can accurately measure fluid removal during dialysis in 26 adults with end-stage kidney disease. Researchers compared device readings before and after dialysis to changes in dry weight. The goal is to see if this non-i…
Sponsor: HemoCept Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Kidney disease referrals under the microscope: did doctors act fast enough?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed medical records of 345 adults to see if primary care doctors referred patients with chronic kidney disease to a kidney specialist at the right time and with the right treatment. The goal was to understand how well current referral practices work, not to test a…
Sponsor: Consorci Sanitari de l'Alt Penedès i Garraf • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Healthy volunteers help scientists understand zibotentan's body journey
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug zibotentan is absorbed and cleared by the body in 30 healthy adults, including both non-Asian and Japanese participants. It was a phase 1 trial, meaning it was an early step to gather safety and drug-level information. The study did not aim to tr…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genes behind rare kidney disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 225 adults with a rare, inherited form of kidney disease to find the genetic causes. Participants had chronic kidney failure and often had a family history of gout. Researchers tested for known gene mutations and searched for new ones in families without a cl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Pharmacists on the ward: safer meds for kidney patients?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether having a clinical pharmacist work alongside doctors in a hospital ward could reduce medication errors in patients with kidney disease. Researchers followed 160 adults with reduced kidney function, comparing usual care, doctor education, and active pharma…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Kidney function and drug absorption: a new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug BI 1015550 is processed in people with and without kidney problems. 26 adults took a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels in their blood. The goal was to see if kidney impairment changes how the drug is absorbed, to guide future dosi…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boehringer Ingelheim • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New tool aims to predict kidney disease risk after severe injury
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 319 patients who needed dialysis for severe acute kidney injury. Researchers collected their medical information to identify risk factors for developing chronic kidney disease. The goal was to create a scoring system that helps doctors decide which patients w…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Can a phone app help kidney patients keep healthy habits? small study tests feasibility
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested a smartphone-based tool called SMART-HABITS in 47 adults with chronic kidney disease and high blood pressure. The tool provided reminders, feedback, and educational resources through text messages or an app, and linked to wearable devices like Fitbits and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Computer alert aims to catch silent kidney disease in diabetes patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed trial tested whether an on-screen electronic alert in the doctor's computer system could increase testing for chronic kidney disease (CKD) in people with type 2 diabetes. About 400 patients who hadn't had a key kidney test in the past year took part. The alert remi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:56 UTC
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Real-World study tracks kidney drug use across eastern europe
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how doctors in seven Central Eastern European countries prescribe dapagliflozin for chronic kidney disease in routine care. Researchers reviewed medical records of about 1,090 adults to understand who gets the drug and what happens over the next year. The goa…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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How does severe kidney disease affect a new Drug's levels?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug MK-5684 behaves in the body of men with severe kidney disease or end-stage renal disease compared to healthy men. Twenty-four participants received a single dose, and researchers measured drug levels in the blood over time. The …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:55 UTC
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Can a wearable device improve dialysis? small study hopes to find out
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested a device called HemoCept in 12 adults with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis. The goal was to see if the device could accurately track changes in hydration during fluid removal. Researchers compared device readings to changes in dry weight before, durin…
Sponsor: HemoCept Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Kidney patients needed to test drug safety
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the drug BMS-986278 behaves in people with normal kidneys, severe kidney disease, or kidney failure on dialysis. 27 adults took a single dose to measure drug levels and check for side effects. The goal was to gather safety information, not to treat the di…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Real-World safety of forxiga in kidney disease examined
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study tracked over 1,000 chronic kidney disease patients taking Forxiga in everyday medical practice. The main goal was to see how often side effects occur and what factors might increase risks. The study did not test whether the drug works, but rather gathered saf…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Dialysis showdown: which method is kinder to bones?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 167 adults with chronic kidney disease on either hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis to compare their blood levels of calcium, phosphorus, and other minerals linked to bone health. The goal was to see if one dialysis method is associated with fewer mineral an…
Sponsor: Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Mass kidney screening in brazil reveals hidden disease burden
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study screened over 8,400 Brazilian adults with known risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD) using a portable creatinine test. Participants were randomly selected from five regions. Those with abnormal results were referred for lab confirmation and follow-up…
Sponsor: AstraZeneca • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Digital nudge letters boost kidney care in massive danish trial
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether sending digital letters to patients with chronic kidney disease and their family doctors could increase the use of recommended medications. Over 28,000 adults in Denmark took part. The goal was to see if simple reminders through the official government e…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tor Biering-Sørensen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Higher lorazepam doses may be riskier for seniors with weak kidneys
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at over 12,000 older adults (66+) with low kidney function who started taking lorazepam. Researchers compared higher doses (1-4 mg/day) to lower doses (0.5-1 mg/day) to see if there was a greater risk of hospitalization, emergency visits, or death with…
Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Pandemic disrupted care for millions with chronic illnesses, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study analyzed electronic medical records of nearly 920,000 Canadian adults to see how the COVID-19 pandemic affected primary care for chronic conditions like diabetes, heart failure, and depression. Researchers compared care before and during the pandemic, looking at visits…
Sponsor: McMaster University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Kidney patients needed for pain drug study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how the drug SHR8554 injection behaves in 20 people with kidney problems compared to healthy volunteers. The goal was to measure drug levels and safety, not to treat pain. Results will help guide future dosing for patients with kidney issues…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jiangsu HengRui Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Can a common diabetes drug be used safely in kidney failure? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether the diabetes drug metformin can be used safely in people with type 2 diabetes who also have kidney disease. Researchers gave increasing doses of metformin to 82 patients with different stages of kidney failure and measured the drug levels in their red…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 19:15 UTC
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Kidney disease and Women's heart risk: hormones may hold the key
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how sex hormones, especially estradiol, affect blood vessel function in women with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Researchers compared pre- and post-menopausal women with CKD to healthy women of the same age. They measured blood vessel dilation and stiffness, …
Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:47 UTC
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Kidney function may affect how HRS-1893 works in heart disease
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed Phase 1 study looked at how HRS-1893 tablets are processed in people with mild or moderate kidney impairment compared to healthy subjects. The goal was to understand dosing needs for patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy who also have kidney issues. Twenty-four…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Shandong Suncadia Medicine Co., Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:28 UTC
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Fat tissue secrets in kidney disease revealed?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at fat tissue in 23 men with advanced chronic kidney disease (stage V) who were not on dialysis. Researchers compared their fat cells to those of healthy men to understand why kidney disease causes problems like weight loss and insulin resistance. Fat …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:58 UTC
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Kidney disease may change how stiripentol works
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed phase 1 study looked at how the drug stiripentol behaves in people with mild, moderate, or severe chronic kidney disease compared to those with normal kidney function. Thirty-nine participants took stiripentol by mouth for 15 days. The goal was to see if kidney imp…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Biocodex • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:24 UTC