Can vitamin d shield kidneys in the ICU? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT02962102
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tested whether two forms of activated vitamin D (calcifediol and calcitriol) could prevent or reduce the severity of acute kidney injury in critically ill patients. Researchers enrolled 150 adults in the ICU who were at high risk for kidney damage. The goal was to see if these vitamin D supplements could lower death rates, reduce the need for dialysis, and improve kidney function.
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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