New study checks if dialysis catheters are safe for years of use

NCT ID NCT07156123

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

Summary

This study will follow 300 adults and children with kidney failure who use a specific type of catheter for peritoneal dialysis. Researchers will track infections, complications, and how well the catheter works over time. The goal is to see if these catheters are safe and effective for long-term treatment.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Peritoneal dialysis catheter

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could confirm that these catheters are safe and effective for long-term use, helping doctors choose better dialysis options.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a test of a new treatment. It won't cure kidney disease, and results may not apply to all patients or catheters.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

kidney failure

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Klinikum Dortmund gGmbH

    Dortmund, 44137, Germany

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