CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASES

This study looks at whether people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease can safely start all four recommended kidney medications at the same time instead of one by one. The goal is to see if this approach reduces protein in the urine without harming kidney function or …

This study looks at a procedure called renal denervation, which uses energy to calm overactive nerves in the kidneys that can raise blood pressure. About 1,900 adults with uncontrolled high blood pressure will be treated and followed for long-term safety and effectiveness. The go…

This study is testing a virtual health platform that provides exercise, nutrition advice, and psychological support to people undergoing hemodialysis for end-stage kidney disease. The goal is to help patients feel better and improve their walking ability and overall quality of li…

This study aimed to see if a computer program could predict potassium levels in the blood using only a single-lead ECG and patient data. Researchers planned to use information from past patients to train the program. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participa…

This study follows about 793 people with chronic kidney disease who were part of an earlier program. Researchers want to see if talking with doctors and family about kidney transplants leads to more evaluations and living donor transplants. No new treatments or drugs are being te…

This study tests a new educational tool to help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) make informed decisions about pregnancy and contraception. About 70 participants will use a decision aid and then complete a survey to see how prepared they feel to make those choices. The go…

This study was designed to see how changing the amount of dialysis fluid, how long it stays in the belly, and its sugar content affects fluid removal in people on automated peritoneal dialysis. It aimed to improve predictions of fluid removal. However, the study was withdrawn bef…

This study follows 600 people with and without chronic kidney disease (CKD) for up to four years to see how memory, thinking, and daily activities change over time. Researchers will also look at risk factors for cognitive decline, including after starting dialysis or receiving a …

This study is a large registry that will follow about 1,927 people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) to collect information on their health, treatments, and outcomes. The goal is to understand how CKD progresses, identify risk factors, and see how well current treatments match gu…

This study looks at muscle and fat in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) compared to healthy volunteers. Muscle loss happens faster and earlier in CKD patients, but we don't fully understand when or how. By measuring body composition and overall health, researchers hope to …

This study looked at over 16,000 adults aged 45-70 with at least one risk factor (like high blood pressure or smoking) but no known heart disease. Researchers used ultrasound and urine tests to find hidden artery thickening and early kidney problems. The goal is to learn what fac…