New Needle-Free approach to dialysis access shows promise
NCT ID NCT02036671
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study tested a new device called the FLEX System that creates a connection between an artery and a vein (AV fistula) using a small tube inserted through the skin, instead of surgery. The goal was to see if this method is safe and works well for people with chronic kidney disease who need dialysis. The study included 80 adults with kidney failure who were already on dialysis or about to start.
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Locations
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Alfred Hospital
Melbourne, Victoria, 3181, Australia
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Auckland City Hospital
Grafton, 1142, New Zealand
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CHUM, Notre-Dame Hospital
Montreal, Quebec, H2L 4M1, Canada
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Lakeridge Health Oshawa
Oshawa, Ontario, L1G 2B9, Canada
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London Health Sciences Centre
London, Ontario, N6A 5W9, Canada
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Princess Alexandra Hospital
Woolloongabba, Queensland, 4102, Australia
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QE II Health Sciences Center
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H 2Y9, Canada
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St. Paul's Hospital
Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 1Y6, Canada
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The Toronto General Hospital
Toronto, Ontario, M5G 2C4, Canada
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