Vitamin d study aims to protect kidneys in children
NCT ID NCT02238418
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether the usual vitamin D doses given to children with chronic kidney disease, kidney transplants, or nephrotic syndrome are enough to raise their vitamin D levels to a healthy range. Forty-three children received vitamin D vials based on their weight and starting levels. Researchers also checked if the vitamin D caused too much calcium in the urine, which can be a safety concern. The goal is to improve care for these children.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) vials
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could confirm that current vitamin D dosing works for children with kidney problems, helping prevent bone disease and other complications.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-center study with only 43 children, so results may not apply to all. It also only looks at short-term effects, not long-term benefits or risks.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Centre de Référence des Maladies Rénales Rares - Hospices Civils de Lyon - Service de Néphrologie et Rhumatologie Pédiatriques - Hôpital Femme Mère Enfant
Bron, 69500, France
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