Protein clues in kidney disease could predict anemia and heart risks
NCT ID NCT07676526
First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study examines how the severity of chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects the breakdown of a protein called FGF23, which is linked to bone health, anemia, and heart problems. Researchers will measure different forms of FGF23 in blood samples from 80 men with CKD stages 3a to 5. The goal is to see if changes in FGF23 cleavage can serve as new biomarkers for complications like anemia and cardiovascular disease.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could identify new biomarkers to better predict anemia and heart problems in people with chronic kidney disease.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage observational study, so findings may not lead to immediate clinical changes or apply to all patients.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 80 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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May 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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55 to 75 years
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * MRC stage 3a-5 based on the most recent GFR measurement * Patient enrolled in or eligible for a social security program * Patients who have received informed consent regarding the study and have given their verbal consent to participate Exclusion Criteria: * Active cancer or a history of cancer in remission for less than 5 years, or a history of cancer in remission for more than 5 years with specific oncological treatment still ongoing. * Participation in another study related to treatments for the disease * Patients under legal guardianship (legal guardianship or conservatorship)
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Saint-Etienne
Saint-Etienne, 42055, France
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