Computer alert aims to stop kidney damage before it starts
NCT ID NCT03590028
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a computer program that spots early signs of acute kidney injury can improve patient care. Hospitalized adults at risk are randomly assigned to get an early kidney specialist visit or standard care. The goal is to see if early specialist advice can prevent kidney function from worsening.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Early nephrology consultation triggered by a risk algorithm
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to a standard way to catch kidney injury early and prevent it from getting worse in hospital patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center trial with 180 participants, so results may not apply to all hospitals. The algorithm may not accurately predict risk for everyone.
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Locations
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University of Chicago Medical Center
Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States