Study aims to find best dialysis access for seniors

NCT ID NCT05911451

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

Summary

This study looked at 166 older adults (65+) on hemodialysis to compare three types of vascular access: fistulas, grafts, and catheters. The goal was to see which option leads to fewer complications and better quality of life. Researchers tracked how many procedures were needed to keep each access working and measured patient well-being through surveys.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could provide clear guidance on the best type of vascular access for elderly dialysis patients, potentially reducing complications and improving quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a completed trial with 166 participants, but results may not apply to all elderly patients or settings. The study compares procedures, not drugs, so no direct treatment benefit is tested.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

congenital arteriovenous fistula end stage renal failure

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Albert Schweitzer Ziekenhuis

    Dordrecht, Netherlands

  • Amphia Ziekenhuis

    Breda, Netherlands

  • Canisius Wilhelmina Ziekenhuis

    Nijmegen, Netherlands

  • Catharina Ziekenhuis Eindhoven

    Eindhoven, Netherlands

  • Elisabeth Tweesteden Ziekenhuis

    Tilburg, Netherlands

  • Franciscus Gasthuis & Vlietland

    Rotterdam, Netherlands

  • Haaglanden Medisch Centrum

    The Hague, Netherlands

  • Isala Klinieken

    Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum

    Leiden, Netherlands

  • Maastricht University Medical Center

    Maastricht, Netherlands

  • Maxima Medisch Centrum

    Veldhoven, Netherlands

  • Medisch Centrum Leeuwarden

    Leeuwarden, Netherlands

  • Medisch Spectrum Twente

    Enschede, Netherlands

  • Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep

    Alkmaar, Netherlands

  • OLVG

    Amsterdam, Netherlands

  • Rijnstate Ziekenhuis

    Arnhem, Netherlands

  • Spaarne Gasthuis

    Haarlem, Netherlands

  • Viecuri Medisch Centrum

    Venlo, Netherlands

  • Ziekenhuisgroep Twente

    Almelo, Netherlands

  • Zuyderland Medisch Centrum

    Heerlen, Netherlands