Stem cells aim to keep dialysis lifelines open
NCT ID NCT04392206
First seen Jul 10, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Summary
This early-stage trial tests whether stem cells from donated fat tissue can help prevent narrowing at the connection point of a dialysis access site in people with end-stage kidney disease. The study enrolls 15 adults who are already scheduled for fistula creation. Researchers will monitor for side effects and measure how well the access site works over time.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Adipose Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells (AMSC)
- What this could lead to
- If safe and effective, this approach could help people on dialysis maintain better blood flow through their access site, reducing the need for repeat procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 15 participants, so it is primarily testing safety, not effectiveness. There is a risk of inflammation, infection, or blood flow problems.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Florida
RECRUITINGJacksonville, Florida, 32224, United States
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