Can a wearable device improve dialysis? small study hopes to find out
NCT ID NCT07217041
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tested a device called HemoCept in 12 adults with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis. The goal was to see if the device could accurately track changes in hydration during fluid removal. Researchers compared device readings to changes in dry weight before, during, and after dialysis. The study is complete, but results are not yet available.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
HemoCept device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a non-invasive way to monitor hydration in dialysis patients, potentially improving treatment precision.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 12 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device's accuracy is still unproven, and there may be device-related side effects.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Sierra Nevad Specialty Care
Reno, Nevada, 89511, United States