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Could a Weight-Loss drug also shield kidneys? new study explores retatrutide
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether retatrutide, a drug originally developed for weight loss, can help protect kidney function in people who are overweight or obese and have chronic kidney disease, with or without type 2 diabetes. About 146 participants took part in this 31-week trial. The…
Matched conditions: CKD
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:12 UTC
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New drink flavors aim to help kidney patients get enough energy without too much protein
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether people with moderate to severe chronic kidney disease (stages 3b-5) would accept two flavors of a special high-energy, low-protein drink called Renalive LP. The drink is meant to help patients follow a low-protein diet while getting enough calories. The …
Matched conditions: CKD
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Fresenius Kabi Taiwan Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can a smartphone replace the clinic? new study tests At-Home kidney care
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether people with type 2 diabetes and early kidney disease can manage their medications from home. Twelve participants took empagliflozin and, if needed, added finerenone to lower protein in their urine. They measured their own blood pressure, weight, and coll…
Matched conditions: CKD
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Garlic shows promise for dialysis patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether garlic supplements can improve blood vessel health and reduce inflammation in adults with chronic kidney disease who are on hemodialysis. 58 patients took part. Researchers measured markers like endocan and IL-6 to see if garlic helped. The goal was t…
Matched conditions: CKD
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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Artificial gut may reveal how probiotics fight kidney toxins
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study collected stool samples from 20 people with advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) to test whether probiotics can reduce harmful uremic toxins. The researchers used an artificial intestine to compare toxin levels with and without a probiotic supplement. The goal is to f…
Matched conditions: CKD
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:15 UTC
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Heart scans may help kidney patients live longer and delay dialysis
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study reviewed medical records of 139 people with advanced chronic kidney disease who had a heart attack. Researchers wanted to see if getting a coronary angiogram (a special heart X-ray) early after the heart attack helped them live longer and delayed the need for dialysis.…
Matched conditions: CKD
Sponsor: Chulalongkorn University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC