End stage renal failure
MONDO:0004375Long-standing and persistent renal disease with glomerular filtration rate (GFR) less than 15 ml/min.
Also known as: ESRD, ESRD, end stage renal disease, chronic kidney disease, stage 5, disease (ESRD), end stage renal, end stage kidney disease, end stage kidney failure, end stage renal disease, end stage renal disease (ESRD)
647 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New graft aims to make dialysis easier for kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a new type of vascular graft, called STARgraft, for people with end-stage kidney disease who need hemodialysis. The graft is placed in the arm to create a reliable access point for dialysis. The study compares STARgraft to a standard graft to see if it works bett…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Healionics Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable tech may transform blood pressure care for dialysis patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether using a wearable cuffless blood pressure monitor to guide treatment can help more hemodialysis patients achieve target blood pressure than standard office-based measurements. Adults on maintenance hemodialysis with high blood pressure will be randomly ass…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gangnam Severance Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can new antibodies make dialysis safer by preventing clots without bleeding?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests three experimental antibodies—REGN9933, REGN7508, and REGN9533—in people with end-stage kidney disease who are on hemodialysis. The goal is to see if these antibodies can safely reduce blood clot risk during dialysis, potentially offering an alternative to standa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Light therapy and donor cells aim to stop kidney rejection
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether giving kidney transplant recipients a special treatment made from their donor's cells, combined with a light-based therapy called photopheresis, can safely reduce the risk of organ rejection. About 24 adults receiving their first kidney transp…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Northwestern University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could kidney patients eat more fruits and veggies safely?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether a healthy plant-based diet without strict potassium limits is safe for people with advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 4-5). Thirty participants will be assigned to either a liberal plant-based diet or a traditional potassium-restricted diet…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karolinska Institutet • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could cutting dialysis sessions in half improve life for seniors?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether elderly patients starting dialysis for kidney failure can receive treatments twice a week instead of the usual three times, without increasing hospitalizations or death. The goal is to see if fewer sessions allow patients to spend more days at home and im…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Queen's University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dialysis patients may straighten up with In-Chair exercise
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a 12-week supervised exercise program, done during regular hemodialysis sessions, can improve postural problems like hunched back and forward head posture in adults with end-stage renal disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Pardis Specialized Wellness Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which diuretic protects a new kidney best? a Head-to-Head trial puts furosemide and mannitol to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two common diuretics—furosemide and mannitol—given during kidney transplant surgery to see which better prevents delayed graft function, a condition where the new kidney does not work right away and requires dialysis. The study enrolls adults receiving a decea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: London Health Sciences Centre Research Institute OR Lawson Research Institute of St. Joseph's • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pill vs. machine: which fixes acid imbalance better for dialysis patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two common methods to treat metabolic acidosis—a condition where blood becomes too acidic—in people on long-term hemodialysis for kidney failure. One group takes oral sodium bicarbonate capsules, while the other gets a higher bicarbonate concentration in their di…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sfax • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug stop a deadly skin condition?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether tocilizumab, an anti-inflammatory drug, can stop the progression of calciphylaxis—a rare condition where calcium buildup blocks skin blood vessels, causing painful, non-healing wounds. Ten adults with calciphylaxis and end-stage kidney disease will receiv…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Boston Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Immune-Bridging drugs could open kidney transplants to more donors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether two immune-engaging drugs, blinatumomab and teclistamab, can safely lower blood-group antibodies in people awaiting a living-donor kidney transplant that is not blood-type compatible. The goal is to see if these drugs can prepare the body to a…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple supplement help dialysis patients need fewer sessions?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a supplement called Ketosteril, added to the usual diet, can help people who are starting hemodialysis (a treatment for kidney failure) stay on a less frequent schedule longer. The trial includes 70 adults beginning incremental hemodialysis, where session…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier le Mans • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pre-Surgery bootcamp may boost kidney transplant recovery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a home-based program of exercise, breathing exercises, nutrition advice, and emotional support for people waiting for a kidney transplant. Participants start the program at least 4 weeks before surgery and continue for 18 weeks after leaving the hospital. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ottawa Hospital Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pig kidney transplant trial aims to free patients from dialysis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-phase trial tests whether a genetically modified pig kidney combined with thymus tissue can work as a transplant in 4 adults with end-stage kidney disease. The goal is to see if the organ can keep them off dialysis safely for at least 6 months. Participants must be on …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Xeno Holdings (US), LLC dba ChoironeX • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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BiTE antibodies could unlock transplants for 'Incompatible' kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests two BiTE drugs (blinatumomab and teclistamab) in 20 adults with end-stage kidney disease who have very high antibody levels (cPRA ≥90%) and have waited over 5 years for a transplant. The goal is to safely lower these antibodies enough to make a kidney transplant …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dialysis upgrade could protect bones in kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a newer type of dialysis filter (medium cut-off membrane) can better manage bone and mineral problems common in people with end-stage kidney disease. Thirty adults on maintenance dialysis will try both the new and standard filters for three months each. R…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New dialysis filter aims to cut inflammation and protect hearts in kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a newer type of dialysis filter (medium cut-off membrane) can reduce inflammation and improve heart function better than the standard filter in people with end-stage kidney disease. Thirty adults on maintenance hemodialysis will use each filter for three …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Mobile coaching may help dialysis patients shed excess fluid
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests a self-management program that uses education, WhatsApp reminders, and a diary to help hemodialysis patients control weight gain between sessions. The program aims to improve fluid adherence and stabilize blood pressure. Participants are adults on maintenance hem…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Taipei University of Nursing and Health Sciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could tweaking dialysis fluid improve mineral balance in kidney patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding extra bicarbonate and magnesium to the fluid used during dialysis can improve how well the body handles minerals like calcium and phosphate. It involves adults with end-stage kidney disease who have been on dialysis for at least three months. Each …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Elisabethinen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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Dentist's deep clean may delay dialysis for kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a deep dental cleaning (subgingival instrumentation) can slow the progression of chronic kidney disease in 40 adults with diabetes and stage IV-V kidney disease. The cleaning aims to reduce inflammation that may worsen kidney function. Researchers will me…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Postgraduate Institute of Dental Sciences Rohtak • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New catheter coating could cut dialysis complications
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a new dialysis catheter coated with Endexo technology, designed to resist blood clots and reduce infections. Researchers will compare its performance to older catheters in 50 adults with end-stage kidney disease. If successful, it could improve quality of l…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of Vienna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Dialysis dilemma: catheter or fistula for the elderly?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two common ways to access the blood for dialysis: a tunneled catheter (a tube placed in a large vein) versus a surgically created fistula (connecting an artery to a vein). The trial will enroll 220 patients aged 60 or older (or younger but with multiple health…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Medical University of Vienna • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Dialysis fluid removal trial aims to ease heart strain
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding extra ultrafiltration (a gentle fluid-removal procedure) for 4 or 8 weeks can safely reduce excess fluid in people on hemodialysis. The goal is to lower high blood pressure and relieve symptoms like congestion. About 120 adults with end-stage kidne…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Washington • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Smart drug matching during kidney transplant could boost success
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving specific blood pressure drugs based on a patient's circulation type during kidney transplant surgery improves how the body responds to fluids. Researchers will monitor 255 adults and assign drugs like vasopressin or norepinephrine based on real-tim…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Jennifer Cutler • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Dialysis patients may get better vaccine protection with a common transplant drug
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking a short course of the drug sirolimus (Rapamycin) can improve how well older adults on hemodialysis respond to flu and RSV vaccines. Sixty participants will receive the vaccines plus sirolimus at different times. The goal is to see if this approach …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Central Adelaide Local Health Network Incorporated • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New dialysis approach could reduce bleeding risks in kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a new, personalized way of giving a blood thinner (citrate) during kidney dialysis to the standard method. It involves 142 adults with acute kidney injury or advanced chronic kidney disease who also have liver failure or poor blood flow. The goal is to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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Can pea fiber bread clean the blood of dialysis patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding pea fiber to the daily diet of people on dialysis can lower harmful waste products in their blood. 72 adults on dialysis will eat baked goods with or without pea fiber for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure changes in toxin levels and heart health m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Washing kidneys to stop hidden virus: new trial aims to make transplants safer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether treating a donor kidney with a drug called SYN002 before transplant can safely reduce the risk of passing cytomegalovirus (CMV) to the recipient. About 12 adults waiting for a kidney transplant will receive a treated organ. The main goal is to…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: University Health Network, Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Stem cell shot may keep dialysis lifeline open for kidney patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests whether injecting human umbilical cord stem cells can prevent narrowing of the arm vein used for dialysis in people with end-stage diabetic kidney disease. About 54 participants will receive the stem cell treatment after fistula surgery. The goal is t…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Jiangsu Topcel-KH Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New drug aims to stop kidney rejection
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new medicine called TNX-1500 in 5 people who get a kidney transplant. The goal is to see if it is safe and can help prevent the body from rejecting the new kidney. Participants will be followed for one year to check for side effects and signs of rejection…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Ayman Al Jurdi, MD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Ancient herbs take on dialysis danger: can chinese medicine stop blood pressure crashes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a traditional Chinese herbal formula for people on dialysis who often have dangerously low blood pressure during treatment. About 100 adults with kidney failure will either get the herbs or stay on a waitlist. The goal is to see if the herbs reduce low blood pres…
Phase: PHASE2, PHASE3 • Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Smart insulin pump could ease diabetes management for kidney patients on dialysis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an automated insulin delivery system (the Omnipod 5) can help people with type 2 diabetes who are on dialysis achieve better blood sugar control. Half of the 84 participants will use the automated system, while the other half will continue their usual ins…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Imperial College London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Could a daily pill prevent dialysis catheter failures?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a low-dose blood thinner (apixaban) to the standard heparin lock can help dialysis catheters stay functional longer. Fifty-four adults with end-stage kidney disease and a new catheter will be followed for up to 24 months. The goal is to see if this…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital Civil de Guadalajara • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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AI takes on kidney transplant rejection in new pilot trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests whether an AI-based system can help doctors choose the right doses of immunosuppressant drugs for kidney transplant patients. The goal is to protect the new kidney from damage and rejection. The study will enroll 34 adults who have received a deceased donor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Florida • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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Dialysis patients may get heart protection from simple amino acid infusion
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving amino acids through the dialysis machine twice a week for a year can help protect the heart and blood vessels in people with kidney failure. About 120 adults on stable dialysis will receive either amino acids or a placebo (saline). Researchers will…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Haukeland University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New drug could help 'Incompatible' kidney transplants succeed
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests imlifidase, a drug that temporarily disables the immune system's antibodies, allowing highly sensitized patients to receive a kidney from a deceased donor they would otherwise reject. The trial will follow 450 patients in France to see how many get transplanted a…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Could two doses of a dialysis fluid help Kids' hearts and kidneys?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using two daily exchanges of a special dialysis fluid called icodextrin can better control fluid buildup and blood pressure in children on chronic peritoneal dialysis. Ten children aged 5-18 will be enrolled. The goal is to see if this approach improves f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National University Health System, Singapore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Laxative before dialysis catheter insertion may reduce blockages
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking a laxative (bisacodyl) for two days before getting a peritoneal dialysis catheter can prevent blockages. About 398 adults needing dialysis will be randomly assigned to receive the laxative or usual care. The goal is to see if this simple step reduc…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New drug could change kidney transplants forever
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new drug called VEL-101 in 120 kidney transplant patients. The goal is to see if VEL-101 can safely replace the standard drug tacrolimus, which often causes side effects. Researchers will monitor for rejection, side effects, and how the drug behaves in the body…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Veloxis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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New device could cut stroke risk in kidney patients on dialysis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a procedure called left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) using the Watchman Flx PRO device in 40 dialysis patients with atrial fibrillation. The goal is to see if it safely reduces stroke and major bleeding compared to standard care. Participants will be f…
Sponsor: Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Dialysis patients get muscle boost from mealtime treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving extra nutrition during dialysis sessions helps people on long-term hemodialysis build muscle and manage blood pressure. Researchers will compare the effects of this special nutrition with usual care in 16 adults who have been on dialysis for at …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Erasmus Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Could more protein keep dialysis patients healthier?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether eating more protein can help people on dialysis avoid hospital stays. Dialysis removes nutrients like protein from the blood, and current guidelines are based on old research. The study will give some participants a high-protein diet or supplements and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Nottingham • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New study aims to stop CMV in kidney transplants
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two different drug combinations to prevent cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection in kidney transplant patients who are at high risk. Thirty adults who are CMV-positive before transplant will receive either tacrolimus plus mTOR inhibitors with early antiviral treatment,…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Hospital Universitario La Paz • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Could a simple Vitamin-Like injection slash anemia drug doses for dialysis patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding levocarnitine injections to standard care can lower the amount of anemia medication needed by people on hemodialysis. About 94 adults with kidney failure and anemia will receive either levocarnitine after each dialysis session or usual care alone f…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Shaikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:43 UTC
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Dual-Purpose pill: roxadustat may fight both anemia and muscle wasting in dialysis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether roxadustat, a drug currently used to treat anemia in kidney disease, can also improve sarcopenia (muscle loss) in patients on hemodialysis. Sixty adults with end-stage kidney disease and anemia will receive either roxadustat or standard erythropoietin. Re…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tianjin Medical University General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:13 UTC
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New ultrasound technique could predict kidney transplant success without needles
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a new ultrasound imaging method called Super-Resolution Ultrasound (SRU) to look at blood flow in tiny vessels of transplanted kidneys. The goal is to see if changes in these vessels can predict how well the kidney will work early after transplant, includin…
Sponsor: Roderick Tan • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New study tests two methods to prevent falls in kidney dialysis patients
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study compares two treatments—Plazepod and electrical stimulation—to see which better reduces fall risk in people on hemodialysis. Sixty men aged 40 to 50 with end-stage kidney disease will be followed for changes in balance, leg strength, and mobility. The goal is to find a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Walk away from memory loss: exercise trial for kidney patients
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a simple home exercise program can prevent memory and thinking problems from getting worse in people with advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 4-5). 124 participants will either do low-intensity walking and strength exercises or receive standard care. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Biogem s.c.ar.l. • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:18 UTC
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Bright light, better mood? glasses that mimic morning sun tested for depression on dialysis
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether light therapy glasses can reduce depression in people with end-stage kidney disease who undergo hemodialysis three times a week. Participants wear either active glasses (1000 lux) or a sham device (50 lux) for 30 minutes each session over five weeks. The …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Annecy Genevois • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a Brain-Targeting drug silence the relentless itch of dialysis?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether nalfurafine, an oral drug that acts on opioid receptors in the body, can reduce the severe itching that often plagues people with chronic kidney disease who are on hemodialysis. Researchers will compare the drug against a placebo in adults aged 18 to 65 w…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Indonesia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Muscle loss in kidney disease: could amino acids be the answer?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether two types of amino acids (protein building blocks) can safely improve muscle mass and strength in 20 adults aged 45-75 with advanced chronic kidney disease and sarcopenia (muscle loss). Participants will take the supplements for 6 weeks while researchers …
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Stop-Smoking drug fight dialysis fatigue?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early-stage study tests whether bupropion, a medicine used for smoking cessation and depression, can reduce severe tiredness in people with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis. Sixteen participants will take bupropion three times a week for 8 weeks and report their fatigue …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI therapy coach aims to ease distress in seriously ill seniors
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an AI-powered program can help older adults with serious illnesses like cancer or heart disease manage emotional distress. Participants receive short videos and daily check-ins from a chatbot that teaches practical coping skills, all from their own phone.…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser acupuncture may ease neck pain for dialysis patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether acupuncture laser therapy can reduce neck pain and improve quality of life in people undergoing hemodialysis. Sixty participants will either receive standard care or standard care plus laser therapy three times a week for four weeks. Researchers will meas…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sinai University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser acupuncture may ease high blood pressure during dialysis
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether one session of laser acupuncture can lower blood pressure in people with hypertension who are on hemodialysis. Researchers will measure blood pressure changes in 60 adults aged 18-65. The goal is to find a non-drug way to help manage blood pressure during…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sinai University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A softer path for kidney disease: could palliative care ease the burden?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding palliative care to standard treatment helps people with advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 4 and 5, including those on dialysis) feel better. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either usual kidney care or usual care plus integrated …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a community health worker lighten the load for rural caregivers?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a trained community health worker, who provides remote support, can reduce the burden and improve satisfaction for rural caregivers of older veterans with serious illnesses like dementia or cancer. About 480 care partners will be randomly assigned to rece…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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One needle to rule them all: new dialysis device aims to simplify treatment
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new device that lets dialysis patients use just one needle instead of two for their blood cleaning treatments. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well for people who already have a mature vein connection (fistula). About 20 adults who need dialysi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Evolve Medicus, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Coloring away the stress: mandalas may ease dialysis distress
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether coloring mandalas (circular patterns) can improve mindfulness, mood, and reduce psychological distress in people undergoing hemodialysis for kidney failure. Sixty adults aged 18-50 will be split into two groups: one colors mandalas, the other does free…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Kinnaird College for Women • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Simple relaxation techniques may fight dialysis fatigue
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether reflexology (foot massage) or progressive muscle relaxation can reduce fatigue in people on hemodialysis. Sixty patients aged 50-70 will be split into three groups: reflexology, relaxation, or standard care. Fatigue and sleep quality will be measured afte…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could an arthritis drug fix Post-Surgery blood sugar crashes?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether Anakinra, a drug that reduces inflammation, can prevent dangerous drops in blood sugar after meals in a patient who had his stomach removed. The 52-year-old man also has kidney failure and needs dialysis. Over 10 weeks, he will receive either Anakinra or …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Marc Donath • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles could replace extra painkillers during kidney surgery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) during arteriovenous fistula surgery—a procedure for dialysis patients—can lower pain, anxiety, and the need for anesthesia. About 64 adults with end-stage kidney disease will be randomly assigned to receive VR or standard care …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sir Mortimer B. Davis - Jewish General Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Laser acupuncture may ease fatigue for dialysis patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether laser acupuncture can reduce fatigue and improve quality of life in adults with end-stage kidney disease who are on dialysis. Fifty participants will receive either real laser acupuncture or a sham treatment during their regular dialysis sessions three ti…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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New drug could scratch the itch for dialysis patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether the drug difelikefalin can reduce severe itching in people with chronic kidney disease who are on hemodialysis. About 106 adults will receive either the drug or a placebo after each dialysis session for 6 weeks. The main goal is to see if itching scores i…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Chittagong Medical College • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Body clock relaxation: a new hope for dialysis Patients' sleep and mood?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether doing progressive relaxation exercises at times matched to each patient's natural circadian rhythm can help manage symptoms, improve sleep quality, increase comfort, and boost mental well-being in people receiving hemodialysis. Researchers will enroll 75 …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Could a simple dialysis tweak lower blood pressure?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a lower-sodium dialysis fluid can improve blood pressure and blood vessel function in people with kidney failure on hemodialysis. Twenty-five participants will each receive both a low-sodium and a standard-sodium dialysis for three weeks, in random …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Gødstrup Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Prayer and breathing: a new way to ease dialysis anxiety?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether combining relaxation exercises with listening to a specific Quran chapter (Surah Ar-Rahman) can reduce anxiety and improve sleep in people undergoing kidney dialysis. 76 adult Muslim patients will be split into two groups: one doing the relaxation and Qur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Gentle moves, big relief: study tests exercise and relaxation for dialysis patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether doing joint range-of-motion exercises and Benson relaxation techniques during dialysis can improve how well the treatment works, help patients follow their care plan, and boost quality of life. About 72 adults on long-term hemodialysis will take part. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ardahan University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New breathing training aims to ease symptoms in kidney disease
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a special breathing feedback device to standard breathing exercises can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life in adults with chronic kidney disease. Twenty-four participants will practice the exercises three times daily for six weeks. The goa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad de Granada • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Breathing Tube-Free anesthesia could speed kidney transplant recovery
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares a new 'tubeless' anesthesia method (using a laryngeal mask and lighter sedation) to standard breathing-tube anesthesia in 60 kidney transplant patients. The goal is to see if it reduces the need for muscle relaxants and other drugs, and improves recovery. Part…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jianxing He • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Dialysis workout: simple moves may boost brain and body
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether doing aerobic or free exercises during dialysis sessions can reduce fatigue, improve walking ability, and help thinking in people with kidney failure. Sixty-nine adults aged 50 to 60 on maintenance hemodialysis will be assigned to different exercise ro…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Virtual reality cycling during dialysis: a new way to boost electrolyte balance?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether doing virtual reality exercise during dialysis can help patients with end-stage kidney disease keep their electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus) in a healthier range. Forty adults on regular dialysis will either do 30 minutes of VR cycling …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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AI app aims to empower kidney dialysis patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a smartphone app with artificial intelligence can help people on hemodialysis take better care of themselves. The app provides education on diet, fluid intake, and fistula care, and sends reminders. 76 patients will be randomly assigned to use the app or …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ataturk University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Simple home walks may ease dialysis symptoms, small trial hopes to prove
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether walking at home for 30 minutes, 5 days a week, can reduce symptoms like muscle cramps and improve overall health in people on hemodialysis. Twenty-four adults who can walk independently and own a smartphone will be tracked for 8 weeks. The goal is to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Figen Akay • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can a smartphone app ease dialysis fatigue? new study investigates
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a smartphone app that guides patients through acupressure can reduce fatigue, itching, and improve sleep in people on hemodialysis. About 70 adults who have been on dialysis for at least three months will be randomly assigned to use the app daily for four…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Taipei Medical University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Healing hands: touch therapy tested for dialysis stress relief
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether therapeutic touch—a gentle, non-invasive technique—can lower stress and boost comfort in people on hemodialysis. About 60 patients will be randomly assigned to receive touch sessions or standard care only. Researchers will measure stress and comfort level…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Firat University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New app aims to ease daily struggles for kidney dialysis patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a mobile app designed for people on hemodialysis. The app helps with medication, diet, fluid limits, and symptom tracking. 72 adults will be split into two groups: one uses the app, the other gets standard care. Researchers will check if the app improves treatmen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Dialysis patients get a Tune-Up: music therapy may ease fatigue and insomnia
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether listening to music during dialysis sessions can help reduce fatigue, improve sleep quality, and boost mental well-being. Sixty adults on hemodialysis will receive 30 minutes of music therapy after the second hour of each session for four weeks. Researc…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Amasya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New app aims to ease kidney disease symptoms from home
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test a mobile app called Smart Kidney that helps adults with chronic kidney disease track and manage their symptoms remotely. Sixty participants in Vietnam will use the app for 6 weeks. The goal is to see if the app is easy to use and helpful for symptom managemen…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Griffith University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Pilates may soothe restless legs in dialysis patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a 16-week Pilates exercise program can reduce restless leg syndrome, improve physical function, and boost self-perception in 100 older adults (65+) who are on maintenance hemodialysis. Participants will do supervised resistance exercises two to three …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Norther Private Collage of Nursing • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:42 UTC
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Plastics in dialysis: could they add toxins to Children's blood?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether children with chronic kidney disease, especially those on dialysis, have higher levels of PFAS chemicals in their blood. PFAS are found in many everyday products and may interfere with bone development. The study compares PFAS levels in children with k…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 18, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Can a new drug work safely in patients with kidney failure?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how the experimental drug golcadomide is processed by the body in people with severe kidney impairment or end-stage renal disease compared to those with normal kidney function. The goal is to understand how kidney function affects drug levels and safety after …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Kidney transplant experiment halted before it began
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study planned to test whether kidneys with small, low-risk tumors could be removed from donors, have the tumor taken out, and then be transplanted into patients with kidney failure. The goal was to increase the number of available donor kidneys. However, the study was withdr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Case Comprehensive Cancer Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Thousands of kidney patients tracked to unlock better disease management
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows thousands of people with chronic kidney disease (stages 3 to 5) to understand how the disease progresses and leads to complications. Researchers will collect data from medical records and existing patient groups to build models that could help doctors make bett…
Sponsor: Huashan Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dialysis showdown: which method protects heart and bones best?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how different types of dialysis affect heart health, bone metabolism, inflammation, and quality of life in people with end-stage kidney disease. Researchers will compare patients on hemodialysis, continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis, and automated periton…
Sponsor: Gazi University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could permanent dialysis access replace catheters in ICU kidney therapy?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether using a patient's permanent dialysis access (a fistula or graft) instead of a temporary catheter is safe and effective for delivering continuous kidney replacement therapy in the ICU. Researchers will enroll 50 adults with end-stage kidney disease who …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: East Carolina University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 08, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Fluid overload hides true lung pressure in dialysis patients, study aims to unmask it
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at why people with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis often develop high blood pressure in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension). Fluid buildup can make this condition seem worse than it is. Researchers will first correct fluid levels, then use heart ultrasound an…
Sponsor: Stefan Lujinschi • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive kidney trial aims to revolutionize how we test treatments
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingAPT-KIDNEY is a large, flexible clinical trial platform designed to test multiple treatments for advanced kidney disease more efficiently. It will enroll up to 5,000 adults with severe kidney problems or those on dialysis. By using electronic health records and adaptive methods, …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nicholas Carlson • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can better Doctor-Patient chats boost kidney transplants?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores how Black and Caucasian patients with kidney disease communicate with their transplant doctors during evaluation visits. Researchers will record these conversations and survey patients to find out which communication styles lead to more living donor referrals …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Temple University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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New study aims to keep kidney transplant patients stronger while they wait
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 150 adults waiting for a kidney transplant to track how their physical and emotional health changes over time. Researchers will use a mobile app and interviews to measure frailty and quality of life. The goal is to identify patients who need extra support and i…
Sponsor: Hospital del Mar • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Dialysis showdown: which blood thinner works best?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two ways to prevent blood clots during dialysis in people with end-stage kidney disease. Twenty adults will try both methods—one using standard heparin and the other using a citrate-based approach—to see which causes less inflammation and removes waste better.…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Medical Centre Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Hidden heart risk in dialysis patients under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at why dialysis patients often have heart problems that are hard to detect. Researchers will use a special heart test during a routine procedure to check for tiny blood vessel issues in 30 adults who have been on dialysis for at least 6 months. The goal is to fin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Departemental Vendee • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Blood test may spot muscle wasting in dialysis patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a blood test measuring the ratio of two substances (IGF-1 and albumin) can help identify muscle loss (sarcopenia) in people with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis. Researchers will compare the test results to standard muscle assessments in 110 adult…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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Can a diabetes drug protect dialysis Patients' hearts?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests how the diabetes drug canagliflozin (Invokana) spreads through the body in 10 dialysis patients with severe kidney disease. Using PET scans, researchers want to see if the drug reaches tissues like the heart and blood vessels, not just the kidneys. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Dialysis Patients' artery thickness may reveal hidden heart risks
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure the thickness of the carotid artery wall in 100 adults on hemodialysis. The goal is to see how traditional heart risk factors (like high blood pressure and diabetes) and dialysis-specific factors (like treatment length) relate to artery thickness. No new t…
Sponsor: Minia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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Dialysis Patients' balance tested for gender differences
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether men and women on hemodialysis have different dynamic balance, measured by simple tests like standing up and walking. About 155 patients aged 20-60 will participate. No treatment is given—just observation to gather information.
Sponsor: Cairo University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Could a lupus drug unlock kidney transplants for Hard-to-Match patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a short course of belimumab, a drug used for lupus, can improve detection of immune cells that cause transplant rejection. The goal is to help highly sensitized kidney transplant candidates—people whose immune systems are very picky about donor organs—get…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Leiden University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Dialysis Patients' hidden struggle: new study to reveal anxiety and depression rates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will survey 160 adults on long-term hemodialysis at Sohag University Hospital to find out how many experience anxiety or depression. Researchers will also look for links to age, gender, and other health factors. The goal is to better understand the mental health needs …
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Can shorter dialysis sessions still clean the blood effectively?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether shorter or standard-length dialysis sessions using expanded hemodialysis can remove waste products from the blood as well as a more intensive technique called high-volume hemodiafiltration. Fifteen adults with end-stage kidney disease will try three diffe…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Skipping dialysis could trigger heart trouble within days
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 225 adults with end-stage kidney disease who are on regular dialysis. Researchers want to see if missing a dialysis session raises the risk of heart problems like heart attack or stroke within the next 72 hours. Participants will have heart tests after a mi…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New study to track dialysis patient outcomes across mexico
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 290 Mexican adults with advanced chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis (hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis). Researchers will track how many patients die, how often they are hospitalized, and how many infections they get. The goal is to better underst…
Sponsor: Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Medicas y Nutricion Salvador Zubiran • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Can a salt substitute help kidney patients? small study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study will test whether a potassium-containing salt substitute is safe for people with end-stage kidney disease on hemodialysis. Twenty participants will use the salt substitute for 16 days and regular table salt for 16 days, with a break in between. Researchers will m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: NYU Langone Health • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New Finger-Prick test could revolutionize dialysis timing
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a new way of measuring kidney function (using an injection of iohexol and finger-prick blood tests) can better predict when people with advanced kidney disease will start feeling sick from kidney failure. It also checks if this method can accurately me…
Sponsor: Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Do herbal remedies harm kidneys? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will survey 400 adults with moderate to severe chronic kidney disease in Réunion Island to find out how many use herbal medicines and whether those herbs affect how fast their kidney disease gets worse over one year. Participants will fill out questionnaires about thei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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What matters most when switching dialysis? researchers ask patients and caregivers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study surveys 200 adults (patients and caregivers) to learn what matters most when moving from peritoneal dialysis at home to hemodialysis in a clinic. The goal is to improve care and support during this transition. No treatments or medications are tested—only opinions and p…
Sponsor: Ciusss de L'Est de l'Île de Montréal • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New tool aims to fairly assess older adults for kidney transplants
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a kidney transplant-specific comprehensive geriatric assessment (KT-CGA) can improve how older adults (60+) are evaluated for kidney transplants. Fifty participants will either receive the KT-CGA plus usual care or usual care alone. The goal is to see if …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Texts and videos may unlock more live kidney donations
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a digital program (videos, texts, and optional phone support) can help people with kidney failure get more inquiries from potential living donors. About 430 adults referred for a kidney transplant will be randomly assigned to get the program with or witho…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: State University of New York at Buffalo • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Wearable listens to dialysis veins: could it predict problems?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a wearable device that listens to the sound of blood flow in the arm of people on dialysis. The goal is to see if the device can accurately measure the same signals as a standard stethoscope. Six adults with mature fistulas will wear the device weekly for 8…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mario Negri Institute for Pharmacological Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Machine perfusion data may predict kidney transplant outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect data from 300 kidney transplant patients who receive kidneys from older or higher-risk donors. The kidneys are kept on a machine that pumps cold fluid through them before transplant. Researchers will see if the machine's readings (like flow and pressure) c…
Sponsor: University Hospital Heidelberg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Stitch showdown: which artery sewing method works best for kidney transplants?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two standard methods of stitching the kidney artery during a living donor kidney transplant: interrupted sutures and continuous sutures. Researchers will review past cases and follow 70 new adult patients at Assiut University to see which technique leads to sh…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Hidden TB threat in dialysis patients: new study to reveal true numbers
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test 200 adults on regular hemodialysis at Sohag University Hospital for latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) using a simple skin test. The goal is to find out how many dialysis patients carry the bacteria without symptoms, so doctors can better prevent active TB …
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Breath check: new study seeks Non-Invasive way to measure dialysis success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study tests whether tiny chemicals in breath, called VOCs, can show if a hemodialysis session is effective. About 22 dialysis patients and 23 healthy adults will provide breath and blood samples. The goal is to find a simple, non-invasive way to assess dialysis…
Sponsor: Second People's Hospital, Shanghai • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Heart function under the microscope in dialysis patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use echocardiography (ultrasound of the heart) to look at how common and how severe diastolic dysfunction—a type of heart stiffness—is in 100 adults with end-stage kidney disease who are on regular hemodialysis. Researchers will also check if certain clinical fact…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:39 UTC
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CMV's hidden impact on transplant immunity under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how CMV (a common virus) changes the immune system in people who have had a kidney transplant. Researchers will take blood samples from 60 patients to compare immune responses in those with and without CMV infection. The goal is to understand why CMV may incre…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:58 UTC
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Dialysis Patients' hidden health risks revealed in new study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check 100 adults on long-term hemodialysis for thyroid problems, abnormal cholesterol, and high uric acid. Researchers want to see how common these issues are and how they relate to each other. The goal is to better understand the health challenges faced by people…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:42 UTC
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Parathyroid surgery may improve life quality for kidney patients, study hints
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will examine how quality of life changes after parathyroid surgery in 60 adults with kidney failure and secondary hyperparathyroidism. Researchers will use a database to compare quality-of-life scores, anxiety, and depression before and after surgery. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: West China Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 12:37 UTC