RENAL INSUFFICIENCY, CHRONIC

This pilot study tested whether giving produce vouchers to 100 adults with chronic kidney disease and food insecurity could improve their health. Participants received $40-$60 in vouchers every two weeks for six months. Researchers measured changes in food security, diet quality,…

This study tested a drug called patiromer in 262 Chinese adults with chronic kidney disease and high potassium levels. Participants took patiromer for 4 weeks, then some switched to placebo for 8 weeks to see if potassium stayed controlled. The goal was to manage potassium safely…

This study looked at whether a 12-week course of dapagliflozin can improve blood vessel function in people with chronic kidney disease. 32 participants took the drug, and researchers measured changes in artery health using ultrasound. The goal was to see if the drug could help co…

This completed study tested a single dose of the experimental drug Gemini in 40 adults with stage 3 or 4 chronic kidney disease. The main goal was to check safety and side effects compared to a placebo. Researchers also measured how the drug moves through the body and its effect …

This phase 2 trial tested the safety and effectiveness of metformin extended release (XR) in 12 adults with type 2 diabetes and mild to moderate chronic kidney disease (stages 1 to 3). Participants took metformin XR tablets for 6 to 12 weeks, and researchers monitored their blood…

This study tested a program that sends text reminders and uses social support and game-like features to encourage people with chronic kidney disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure to check their blood pressure regularly. 70 adults from a University of Pennsylvania clinic part…

This study followed more than 3,000 adults with moderate to advanced chronic kidney disease (CKD) for up to 5 years. Researchers collected health data and blood/urine samples to identify factors that lead to kidney failure, heart problems, and other complications. The goal was to…

This study followed 268 adults with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis. Each participant wore a Holter heart monitor for 7 days to track irregular heartbeats. Researchers then looked for links between those heart patterns and serious outcomes like sudden cardiac death, heart at…

This pilot study tested a smartphone-based tool called SMART-HABITS in 47 adults with chronic kidney disease and high blood pressure. The tool provided reminders, feedback, and educational resources through text messages or an app, and linked to wearable devices like Fitbits and …

This completed study screened over 8,400 Brazilian adults with known risk factors for chronic kidney disease (CKD) using a portable creatinine test. Participants were randomly selected from five regions. Those with abnormal results were referred for lab confirmation and follow-up…