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Could a cholesterol protein worsen kidney disease? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT06373913

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether a protein called PCSK9, which helps control cholesterol, is linked to kidney damage in people with nephrotic syndrome. Researchers will measure PCSK9 levels in the blood and kidney tissue of 75 participants, comparing those with the condition to healthy controls. The goal is to better understand why high cholesterol occurs in nephrotic syndrome and whether PCSK9 plays a role in kidney injury.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help explain why high cholesterol occurs in nephrotic syndrome and point toward new ways to protect the kidneys.
What could go wrong
This is an early observational study with only 75 participants, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not lead to any treatment.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 75 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jun 2023

Expected to finish

Jul 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

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.

Who is studied

Patient with \>3.5 g/day of proteinuria will be included in the nephrotic syndrome group. Control test subjects will be excluded if proteinuria occur.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years old * Patients admitted to the Medical Department and/or the Medical Emergency Department, Kolding Sygehus. Exclusion Criteria: * Refusal to give informed consent * Treatment with PCSK9 inhibitors * Any acute or chronic condition that would limit the ability of the patient to participate in the study * Control group: proteinuria

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kolding Sygehus, Lillebælt Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Kolding, 6000, Denmark

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