Heart-Kidney link revealed: MRI study seeks answers for deadly combo

NCT ID NCT03749551

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study used advanced MRI scans to look at the hearts of 276 people with chronic kidney disease, including those on dialysis. The goal was to understand why heart problems are so common in kidney patients and to find better ways to predict and manage these risks. Researchers focused on detecting hidden heart damage and fluid buildup to improve future treatments.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Hospital Frankfurt

    Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

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