Dialysis lock leak study raises safety questions
NCT ID NCT02860299
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether heparin or citrate locks used in dialysis catheters leak into the bloodstream. It involves 76 adults with acute kidney failure. Researchers measure blood clotting and calcium levels before and after injecting the lock to check for leakage and potential risks.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
citrate 4% and unfractionated heparin
What this could lead to
If successful, this could improve safety guidelines for catheter locks in dialysis patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed ancillary study with only 76 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It measures biological markers, not direct patient outcomes.
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Conditions
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Locations
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CHU Dijon Bourgogne
Dijon, 21079, France