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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Locations
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Albert Schweitzer Ziekenhuis
Dordrecht, Netherlands
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Amphia Ziekenhuis
Breda, Netherlands
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Canisius Wilhelmina Ziekenhuis
Nijmegen, Netherlands
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Catharina Ziekenhuis Eindhoven
Eindhoven, Netherlands
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Elisabeth Tweesteden Ziekenhuis
Tilburg, Netherlands
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Franciscus Gasthuis & Vlietland
Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Haaglanden Medisch Centrum
The Hague, Netherlands
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Isala Klinieken
Zwolle, Netherlands
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Leids Universitair Medisch Centrum
Leiden, Netherlands
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Maastricht University Medical Center
Maastricht, Netherlands
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Maxima Medisch Centrum
Veldhoven, Netherlands
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Medisch Centrum Leeuwarden
Leeuwarden, Netherlands
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Medisch Spectrum Twente
Enschede, Netherlands
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Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep
Alkmaar, Netherlands
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OLVG
Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Rijnstate Ziekenhuis
Arnhem, Netherlands
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Spaarne Gasthuis
Haarlem, Netherlands
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Viecuri Medisch Centrum
Venlo, Netherlands
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Ziekenhuisgroep Twente
Almelo, Netherlands
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Zuyderland Medisch Centrum
Heerlen, Netherlands