Diabetic kidney disease

This study tests whether a carefully controlled low protein diet (about 0.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight each day) can help people with advanced chronic kidney disease delay the need for dialysis or a kidney transplant. The study enrolls adults with stage 4-5 or f…

This study tests whether montelukast, a common allergy medication, can lower protein levels in urine and improve kidney and blood vessel function in people with type 1 diabetes who have early signs of kidney disease. Inflammation is thought to play a role in diabetic kidney damag…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called MTX-439, an antibody that blocks a protein linked to kidney scarring. It will be given to healthy volunteers and people with diabetic kidney disease to check for safety and how the body processes it. The study is small (88 participan…

This study tests whether a new drug called R3R01 can reduce the amount of protein leaking into the urine in adults with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease. About 60 participants will take either R3R01 or a placebo for 3 months. Researchers will measure urine protein, kidney funct…

This Phase 2 trial tests two experimental drugs, ALN-ANG3 and evinacumab, in 270 people with diabetic kidney disease. The drugs block a protein called ANGPTL3 to lower blood fats. Researchers will measure changes in urine protein and kidney function over time to see if the drugs …

This study is testing whether semaglutide, a drug already used for type 2 diabetes, can reduce kidney damage in people with type 1 diabetes and diabetic kidney disease. About 60 adults will receive either semaglutide or a placebo for 26 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in …

This study tests a bone marrow transplant from a family donor for children under 21 with severe non-cancer blood disorders like sickle cell disease, bone marrow failure, or immune problems. The goal is to see if the transplant can replace the diseased cells with healthy donor cel…

This study tests whether giving two common drugs, tranexamic acid and desmopressin, before surgery can reduce bleeding in patients with chronic kidney disease or acute kidney injury. About 100 adults having noncardiac surgery will be randomly assigned to receive one or both drugs…

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called OJR520 in healthy volunteers and people with chronic kidney disease. The main goal is to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it. About 112 participants will receive either OJR520 or a placebo. This is the first time …

This study tests whether a supplement called NMN can improve kidney health in people with type 2 diabetes and diabetic kidney disease. About 156 adults will take either NMN or a placebo twice daily for 6 months. The main goal is to see if NMN reduces protein in the urine, a key s…

This study tests an experimental drug called WAL0921 in 96 adults with kidney diseases that cause protein in the urine, including diabetic nephropathy and several rare conditions. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo as an IV infusion every two weeks for 14 weeks, th…

This study tests a stem cell treatment called Amimestrocel in 120 people with diabetic kidney disease. The cells are given through an IV multiple times over 6 months. Researchers will check if it lowers protein in urine and improves kidney function. The goal is to see if this app…

This study tests whether a daily pill called sotagliflozin can slow kidney function loss in people with type 1 diabetes who already have moderate to severe kidney disease. About 150 participants will take either the drug or a placebo for 3 years, while following a special plan to…

This study tests whether specially trained community pharmacists can help people with type 2 diabetes and early kidney disease start and stick with medications that protect the kidneys and heart. The trial will include 120 adults in Nova Scotia who don't have a family doctor. Par…

This study tests a one-time injection of stem cells from donated umbilical cords into the kidneys of 10 adults with diabetic kidney disease. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and whether it can improve kidney function and reduce inflammation over 12 months. All particip…

This study tests whether formoterol, a drug already used for asthma, can help control diabetic kidney disease. About 120 adults with type 2 diabetes and kidney problems will be randomly assigned to add formoterol to their usual care or continue usual care alone. The main goal is …

This study tests whether stem cells from donated bone marrow are safe for people with chronic kidney disease, including those who have had a kidney transplant. Up to 75 participants will receive the cells through an IV or directly into the kidney arteries, with repeat doses allow…

This study tests whether taking activated bamboo charcoal and probiotics can reduce inflammation and slow kidney disease in people with diabetes. About 300 participants with different stages of chronic kidney disease will receive one or both treatments for 6 months. Researchers w…

This study looks at whether lowering high parathyroid hormone levels can help protect bone density in people with advanced chronic kidney disease. About 70 adults aged 50 and older with kidney failure not on dialysis will be assigned to different treatment targets for their hormo…

This study tests whether canagliflozin, a drug used for diabetes, can improve heart structure in people with advanced kidney disease (stage 4 or 5) or on dialysis. About 92 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 12 months, with heart changes measured by MRI. T…

This study looks at whether deep cleaning for gum disease can improve kidney health in people with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes. 46 adults with both conditions will either get gum treatment right away or after a delay. Researchers will measure kidney markers like creatinine and u…

This study tests a liquid medication called ACE Reno, taken under the tongue four times daily for 12 weeks, in 300 adults with chronic kidney disease from diabetes, high blood pressure, autoimmune disorders, or other causes. The goal is to see if it safely reduces protein in the …

This early-stage trial is testing a new oral drug called AP303 in 18 people with diabetic kidney disease. The main goal is to check the drug's safety and how the body processes it over two weeks. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either AP303 or a placebo, and res…

This study compares two types of ultrasound-guided nerve blocks for pain control after open kidney removal surgery. Ninety adults will receive either a rhomboid intercostal sub-serratus plane block or an external oblique intercostal block. Researchers will measure how long it tak…

This study tests the safety of a new drug called IGT-303 in healthy volunteers and people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). About 94 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo, given as a shot under the skin or into a vein. Researchers will monitor for side effects t…

This study tests whether letting a bladder catheter fall out on its own (passive removal) is better than having a nurse pull it out (active removal) after urological surgery. 160 men will be randomly assigned to one method. Researchers will measure satisfaction, pain, and anxiety…

This study tests whether combining a hands-on nerve treatment (intraneural facilitation) with a balance exercise program can reduce pain, improve balance, and enhance quality of life in people with diabetic peripheral neuropathy. About 65 adults aged 50-75 with type 2 diabetes an…

This study looks at children with suspected or confirmed genetic and metabolic disorders to find new disease-causing gene mutations. Researchers will analyze blood samples for DNA and metabolites, and in some cases take a small skin sample. The goal is to better understand these …

This early-stage study tests the safety of a new drug called AZD4248 in healthy volunteers and people with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers monitor side effects and how the drug moves through the body. …

This study investigates how changes in kidney cell metabolism relate to the rate of kidney function decline in people with ANCA vasculitis and other kidney diseases. Researchers will analyze kidney biopsy samples and blood/urine tests from 146 participants over one year. The goal…

This study will follow 500 adults with chronic kidney disease and type 2 diabetes who are taking finerenone, a drug that helps protect the kidneys and heart. Researchers want to see if a tool called the Klinrisk score, which estimates the risk of kidney disease getting worse, imp…

This study looks at how well the immune system works in people with end-stage kidney disease. Researchers will take blood samples from 100 patients and healthy donors to study T-cells, a key part of the immune system. They also plan to test a lab technique to restore T-cell funct…

This study enrolls up to 15,000 children with known or suspected endocrine or metabolic disorders, along with their family members. Researchers will collect medical records, blood, saliva, and other samples to identify genetic changes linked to these conditions. The goal is to be…

This study is creating a large collection of blood, urine, stool, and heart tissue samples from 10,000 people with and without heart or metabolic conditions. The goal is to store these samples along with medical information to speed up future research into what causes these disea…

This study looks at how an FDA-approved diabetes drug, Canagliflozin (Invokana), might protect the kidneys in people with type 2 diabetes. Twenty adults aged 18-80 with type 2 diabetes for at least 3 years will take the drug daily for 6 months. Researchers will use kidney biopsie…

This study tests a new communication tool called 'Let's Get REAL' that helps children and teens (ages 8-17) and their families talk together about stem cell transplant or cellular therapy decisions. The goal is to see if the tool is easy to use and helpful for families. About 60 …

This study looks at how semaglutide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, changes fat tissue around the kidneys, heart, and liver in people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Researchers will compare patients taking semaglutide to those not taking it. The goal …

This study aims to understand how social needs like food or housing insecurity affect self-care in African American adults with diabetic kidney disease. Researchers will interview patients and community stakeholders, then survey 300 participants to measure blood pressure, blood s…

This study aims to better understand acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease by analyzing kidney tissue from 1000 volunteers. Researchers will use advanced technology to identify different disease types and find new targets for therapies. The goal is to pave the way for pe…

This study explores whether advanced MRI scans can noninvasively diagnose and track diabetic kidney disease (DKD). Researchers will scan 150 people—including DKD patients and healthy volunteers—using multiple MRI techniques. The goal is to see if these scans can predict kidney fu…

This study is for older adults, including those in the hospital or with low priority care needs. Researchers want to see if newer methods, like body scans and blood tests, can better detect malnutrition and kidney problems than current standard tests. The goal is to make diagnosi…

This observational study will follow 2000 adults with type 2 diabetes to see how their eating habits, body composition, and grip strength change over time. Researchers hope to identify patterns that could help improve care. Participants must be 18 or older and able to complete ba…

This observational study examines kidney tissue from adults with diabetic kidney disease who are already having a kidney biopsy or surgery as part of their regular care. Researchers want to see if people taking SGLT2 inhibitors (a type of diabetes medicine) show different biologi…

This study is collecting kidney tissue, blood, urine, and genetic samples from 400 adults with diabetes who are already scheduled for a kidney biopsy. Researchers will compare people whose kidney function declines quickly versus slowly to find molecular clues. The goal is to bett…

This study uses MRI scans to look for brain differences in people with metabolic diseases compared to healthy volunteers. Researchers will track changes over time and link them to body fat and other health measures. About 126 adults will take part at Ulm University Hospital. No d…

This observational study will use special PET scans to measure how much oxygen the heart and kidneys use in people with type 1 diabetes. Researchers want to see if a more intensive treatment plan (multifactorial intervention) lowers oxygen demand compared to standard care. Forty …

This study tests a new method to help patients understand complex spine or prostate surgeries before they agree to them. Instead of just reading a form, patients watch multimedia content and answer questions to check their understanding. The goal is to see if this approach makes …

This study looks at how well three AI models—ChatGPT, Gemini, and Deepseek—can diagnose and suggest treatments for urology diseases. Researchers will use 800 past patient records from four hospitals to check the AI's accuracy and usefulness. The goal is to understand if AI can he…

This study is looking at 300 people with type 2 diabetes who have high levels of protein in their urine, a sign of kidney trouble. Researchers will take small samples of kidney tissue (biopsies) and analyze blood, urine, and stool to find patterns that could improve diagnosis and…

This study looks at how the body handles a new drug called S-892216 in people with mild, moderate, or severe kidney problems, including those on dialysis, compared to people with healthy kidneys. About 40 adults will take a single dose of the drug, and researchers will measure it…

The SMILE study is tracking 10,000 adults aged 18 and older to see how sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss) and metabolic diseases like diabetes influence overall health and lifespan. Researchers will collect data from medical records, tests, and surveys over time. This is an obs…

This study follows 100 children under 18 who are already on a ketogenic diet for conditions like drug-resistant epilepsy, autism, chronic migraine, or brain tumors. Researchers want to see if the diet supports healthy growth, improves symptoms, and boosts quality of life. The die…