Less dialysis, same results? study tests Twice-Weekly schedule

NCT ID NCT03874117

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looked at whether people with kidney failure who still have some kidney function can safely dialyze only twice a week instead of the usual three times. Researchers measured quality of life, symptoms, and cognitive function in 58 participants. The goal was to see if a reduced schedule could be effective without harming health.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Santa Clara Valley Medical Center

    San Jose, California, 95128, United States

  • Satellite HealthCare

    San Jose, California, 95128, United States

  • VA Palo Alto Health Care System

    Palo Alto, California, 94304, United States

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