Patients and doctors rank top priorities for kidney disease Self-Care

NCT ID NCT05991726

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Leicester Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study asked 140 people—including patients with chronic kidney disease, their families, healthcare professionals, and researchers—to identify the most important outcomes for self-managing the condition before dialysis is needed. Through multiple survey rounds, participants ranked what matters most, such as symptom control or lifestyle adjustments. The results will help guide future research and improve support resources for kidney disease management.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help shape better self-management tools and resources for people with early-stage chronic kidney disease.
What could go wrong: This is a survey study, not a treatment trial. It identifies priorities but does not test any intervention, so its impact depends on future implementation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic kidney disease chronic renal failure syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASES

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Leicester

Leicester, LE1 7RH, United Kingdom

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