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New device aims to keep dialysis fistulas working longer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a device called VasQ that wraps around a surgically created blood vessel connection (fistula) used for dialysis in people with kidney failure. The device is designed to improve blood flow and reduce complications. 144 patients received the device and were follow…
Matched conditions: ESRD
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Laminate Medical Technologies • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 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…
Matched conditions: ESRD
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vascular Therapies, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 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…
Matched conditions: ESRD
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Vascular Therapies, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Steroids for kidney disease: do they prevent failure Long-Term?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows 211 people with IgA nephropathy who previously took a 6-9 month course of the steroid methylprednisolone in the TESTING trial. Researchers want to see if the steroid helped prevent end-stage kidney disease (needing dialysis or a transplant) over the long term. …
Matched conditions: ESRD
Sponsor: The George Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New tool helps kidney patients decide on organ offers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis pilot study tested a shared decision-making tool called the Donor Offer Plan (DOP) for people on the kidney transplant waiting list. 100 participants reviewed an online education module and discussed their donor preferences with a transplant nurse. The goal was to see if thi…
Matched conditions: ESRD
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hennepin Healthcare Research Institute • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC