Smart stethoscope listens for dialysis danger signs
NCT ID NCT07436559
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested whether an electronic stethoscope can help doctors detect narrowing (stenosis) of the arteriovenous fistula in hemodialysis patients. Researchers collected sound recordings from 30 adults on long-term dialysis over 3 months. The goal was to see if the device could predict blockages earlier than traditional methods, potentially improving dialysis outcomes.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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30 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Mar 2023
- Finished
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Sep 2023
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
End stage renal disease patients received hemodialysis for more than 3 months
- Ages
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20 to 99 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 20-99 years - Chronic hemodialysis ≥3 months - Functional arteriovenous fistula (AVF) - Ability to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Arteriovenous graft (AVG) - Central venous catheter (Permcath) - Vulnerable populations unable to consent
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Taiwan University Hospital Yunlin Branch
Douliu, Taiwan, 640, Taiwan
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