Dialysis itch relief: could a simple education program be the answer?

NCT ID NCT07641530

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Ege University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a structured education program could help people on dialysis manage chronic itch and improve their quality of life. 104 adults with kidney failure and itch took part, receiving either two educational sessions or standard care. The program focused on understanding and coping with itch, with results measured after 45 days.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Health Belief Model-based education (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If effective, this educational approach could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce itch and improve daily life for people on dialysis.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with 104 participants. The education may not work for everyone, and results may not apply to all dialysis patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

end stage renal failure Pruritus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEMODIALYSIS PRURITUS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Ege University, Ataturk Vocational School of Health Services

Izmir, 35100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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