Timing of dialysis in ICU patients under review

NCT ID NCT03629977

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study reviews medical records from over 50,000 critically ill patients to see if starting dialysis earlier helps them live longer. Researchers will compare patients who started dialysis early versus late, looking at survival up to 90 days and beyond. The goal is to find the best timing for this treatment in intensive care.

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 doctors decide the best time to start dialysis for critically ill patients with kidney injury, potentially improving survival.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so it can show patterns but not prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all hospitals or patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute kidney injury Critical Illness Edema uremia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Karolinska University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Stockholm, 17176, Sweden

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