Clinical trials · St. Louis, MO
Chronic kidney disease clinical trials in St. Louis
We’re tracking 17 recruiting chronic kidney disease studies with a site in or near St. Louis — including Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near St. Louis
- NCT06001827Recruiting
Study of a wrap to help new dialysis access points heal
This trial tests a special wrap placed around a new arm access point for dialysis (called an AV fistula) to see if it helps the access stay healthy and work better. It is for people who need a new AV fistula for kidney dialysis.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT04741646RecruitingPhase 2
Ferric citrate for kids with chronic kidney disease
This Phase 2 study tests ferric citrate, a medicine that helps control phosphate and iron balance, in children with chronic kidney disease. It may help slow problems related to kidney disease by improving lab measures like phosphate levels.
St Louis, MissouriAges 6–18 - NCT06217302RecruitingPhase 3
Sotagliflozin for kidney protection in type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether sotagliflozin (a pill that helps control blood sugar and protects the kidneys) can slow down kidney function decline in people with type 1 diabetes and diabetic kidney disease. You may qualify if you have had type 1 diabetes for at least 8 years, have moderate kidney damage, and are on standard treatments.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–75 - NCT05917522RecruitingPhase 2
Biomarker-guided changes to anti-rejection medicines after kidney transplant
This Phase 2 study looks at whether blood test “biomarkers” can guide safely changing anti-rejection medicines after an ABO-compatible kidney transplant. It may help some people reduce certain medicines while keeping the new kidney protected from rejection.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–70 - NCT06830629RecruitingPhase 2
MZE829 for APOL1 kidney disease
This trial tests an experimental drug called MZE829 for people with kidney disease linked to the APOL1 gene. It aims to see if the drug can help protect kidney function.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–68 - NCT06823115Enrolling by invitation
Worldwide study of kidney injury in newborns
This study looks at how common acute kidney injury is in newborns in the intensive care unit. It helps doctors understand which babies are at risk and how to prevent kidney problems.
St Louis, MissouriAges birth–2 weeks - NCT05880914Recruiting
Personalized treatment study for bone disease in kidney failure
This trial looks at a personalized approach to diagnosing and treating bone problems caused by long-term kidney disease. It may help by matching treatment plans to the type of bone turnover found in your tests or biopsy.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06902558RecruitingPhase 2
Study of ABBV-CLS-628 for adults with polycystic kidney disease
This trial tests a new drug, ABBV-CLS-628, for people with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). The goal is to see if it slows kidney function decline and is safe to use.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–55 - NCT05334069Recruiting
Blood test study for early cancer detection in patients
This study collects blood from people with cancer and people without cancer (or with possible cancer) to test whether new blood tests can detect cancer earlier. Your blood samples help researchers evaluate how well these tests work.
St Louis, MissouriAges 40–75 - NCT06055608RecruitingPhase 2
Improving kidney transplant outcomes in teens and young adults
This trial tests a new approach to help teenagers and young adults keep their first kidney transplant working well. It looks at how to improve long-term success by carefully managing the immune system around the time of transplant.
St Louis, MissouriAges 13–20 - NCT05656261Recruiting
Genetic testing study for African Americans
This study looks at genetic markers (genes) related to kidney risk in Black/African American adults. It may help researchers better understand who is at higher risk and how genetics could guide future care.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–90 - NCT06742723RecruitingPhase 3
Study of baxdrostat and dapagliflozin for kidney disease and high blood pressure
This trial tests if combining baxdrostat with dapagliflozin helps protect kidney function and reduce heart risks in people with chronic kidney disease and high blood pressure. It's for adults who are already taking standard blood pressure medications.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT06283966RecruitingPhase 3
Triple inhaler for COPD with heart risk
This study tests a triple-combination inhaler (budesonide, glycopyrronium, and formoterol) to see if it can help protect the heart and lungs in people with COPD who also have heart problems or high risk for them.
St Louis, MissouriAges 40–80 - NCT05313165Recruiting
Stent procedure for poor blood flow in the leg ulcers and gangrene
This trial tests a new minimally invasive procedure (placing a small stent) to improve blood flow to a severely threatened foot or lower leg. It may help people whose ulcers or gangrene are not treatable with standard bypass or other surgeries.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–95 - NCT05249634RecruitingPhase 2
Testosterone treatment study for men with chronic kidney disease
This Phase 2 study tests whether testosterone therapy can help men with chronic kidney disease who have low testosterone and related symptoms. It looks to see if treatment is safe and beneficial, while carefully checking heart, blood, prostate, and clotting risks.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–85 - NCT07271186RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a New Drug for Diabetic Kidney Disease
This study tests an investigational drug that blocks a protein called ANGPTL3, which may help protect the kidneys in people with type 2 diabetes and diabetic kidney disease. It aims to see if the drug can reduce kidney damage and improve overall health.
City of Saint Peters, MissouriAges 18–80 - NCT06963827RecruitingPhase 3
Study of mezagitamab for IgA nephropathy
This trial tests a new drug called mezagitamab for adults with IgA nephropathy, a kidney condition. The study aims to see if this drug can help reduce protein in the urine and preserve kidney function. You may be eligible if your kidney function is above a certain level and your urine protein is high enough.
City of Saint Peters, MissouriAges 18 years+
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Where these studies are running near St. Louis
Institutions with a site for the recruiting chronic kidney disease studies listed above.
- Washington University in St. Louis · 8 studies
- Research Site · 3 studies
- Saint Louis University · 3 studies
- Elixia MNA · 2 studies
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Cancer Care Center of O'Fallon
- HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital
- Mercy Hospital Saint Louis
What taking part in a chronic kidney disease study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
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Common questions
- Are there chronic kidney disease clinical trials near St. Louis?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 17 recruiting chronic kidney disease studies with a site near St. Louis, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a chronic kidney disease study near St. Louis?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in St. Louis to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near St. Louis, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a chronic kidney disease trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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