When to start dialysis? massive study seeks answers

NCT ID NCT03629977

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looks at whether starting kidney dialysis earlier or later helps critically ill patients with sudden kidney failure live longer. Researchers will review records from over 50,000 ICU patients in Sweden. The goal is to find the best timing for dialysis to improve survival and reduce long-term kidney damage.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Karolinska University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Stockholm, 17176, Sweden

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