Can a common supplement shield dialysis Kids' hearts?

This study tests whether a daily dose of alpha lipoic acid, an antioxidant supplement, can lower the risk of heart problems in 50 children who are on regular hemodialysis. Participants will either take the supplement or a placebo pill for a period, and researchers will monitor for cardiovascular events like stroke or angina, as well as measure blood markers of stress and blood vessel health. The goal is to see if this simple addition can improve outcomes for these young patients.