Eye test may forecast kidney failure after cancer surgery
NCT ID NCT04855123
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether special eye scans (OCT-angiography) can predict how well the remaining kidney will work one year after kidney removal for cancer. Researchers enrolled 30 adults scheduled for total nephrectomy. The goal was to see if retinal blood vessel patterns could warn of kidney function decline. The study was terminated early, so results are limited.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a non-invasive way to predict kidney failure after kidney removal, helping doctors choose the best surgery type.
What could go wrong
This trial was terminated early and enrolled only 30 people, so results are limited. The link between retinal changes and kidney function is still unproven.
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Chu Dijon Bourgogne
Dijon, 21000, France