New study aims to prevent dangerous blood pressure drops during dialysis

NCT ID NCT03171545

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether teaching dialysis staff and providing support to patients could reduce episodes of dangerously low blood pressure during treatment. Over 1,400 patients across multiple clinics took part. The goal was to make dialysis sessions safer and more stable.

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 approach could lead to safer dialysis sessions and fewer complications for kidney failure patients.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study testing behavioral changes, not a new drug or device. Results may not apply to all dialysis centers or patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cardiovascular disorder chronic kidney disease end stage renal failure hypotensive disorder kidney failure

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Fresenius Kidney Care University Of Michigan - Ann Arbor

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48104, United States