CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASES

This study tested a drug called TOUR006 in 143 adults with chronic kidney disease and high levels of inflammation (measured by hs-CRP). The goal was to see if monthly or quarterly injections could safely lower inflammation. The study compared the drug to a placebo and focused on …

This study looked at whether dapagliflozin, a drug usually used for diabetes, can reduce protein in the urine of kidney transplant patients with chronic kidney disease. High protein in urine is a sign of kidney damage. The study followed 55 adults who had recently started dapagli…

This study tested an experimental drug called KBP-5074 in 162 people with moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease whose high blood pressure was not controlled by current treatments. The goal was to see if the drug could safely lower blood pressure and reduce kidney damage. Part…

This study looked at whether an educational worksheet plus health coaching can help people with chronic kidney disease (stages 3-5) and high blood pressure improve their blood pressure. 320 participants were split into two groups: one received the coaching and worksheet, the othe…

This study looked at whether taking a prebiotic supplement 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. About 68 adults aged 30-75 took part. The goa…

This study tested a new device that creates a connection between an artery and a vein in the arm for dialysis, without major surgery. It involved 24 adults with kidney failure who needed dialysis. The goal was to see if the procedure worked and to track any side effects over the …

This study tested whether 3D ultrasound can measure kidney and tumor volumes as accurately as CT or MRI scans. Researchers enrolled 53 adults with chronic kidney disease or kidney tumors. The goal is to see if a safer, radiation-free method can be used for monitoring.

This study looked at how sex hormones, like estrogen, 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. The goal was to understand why women with CKD have higher …

This study tested whether sending digital reminder letters to patients with chronic kidney disease and their general practitioners could increase the use of recommended medications. Over 28,000 adults in Denmark took part. The letters highlighted updated treatment guidelines and …