END STAGE KIDNEY DISEASE (ESRD)

This study tests a new type of artificial blood vessel (STARgraft) for people with end-stage kidney disease who need dialysis. The graft is placed in the arm to help connect the patient to the dialysis machine. The goal is to see if it works better than standard grafts at keeping…

This study looks at whether a plant-focused diet can help malnourished adults on peritoneal dialysis (a type of kidney treatment) improve their nutrition and overall health. About 100 participants will be randomly assigned to either a plant-focused diet or a standard kidney diet …

This study tests whether thiazide diuretics (water pills) can lower blood pressure in people on peritoneal dialysis who have high blood pressure. About 40 adults with end-stage kidney disease will take the drug and have their blood pressure, weight, and body fluid levels measured…

This study aims to find better ways to treat depression in people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). About 201 adults with advanced CKD and major depression will receive either behavioral activation teletherapy plus a non-SSRI antidepressant, or the antidepressant plus teletherap…

This study tests a device called the Amplifi Vein Dilation System in 160 adults with end-stage kidney disease who need dialysis. The device is used during surgery to widen a vein in the arm, helping it grow large enough for dialysis needles. The goal is to see if it helps the vei…

This pilot study looks at whether giving dialysis on the same day as surgery is better than not giving it for people with end-stage kidney disease. About 30 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two schedules. Researchers will track safety issues like electrolyte probl…

This study is testing whether a special scale can warn patients and doctors before fluid overload becomes an emergency. About 125 adults on peritoneal dialysis will use the Bodyport Cardiac Scale at home. The goal is to see if the scale can predict urgent clinic visits or hospita…