Clinical trials
Chronic kidney disease clinical trials
A gradual loss of kidney function over time. We’re tracking 561 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06430684RecruitingEarly Phase 1
SGLT2 inhibitor trial for children with kidney disease
This trial tests a medication called SGLT2 inhibitor (a type of diabetes drug that may also help protect the kidneys) in children with chronic kidney disease. It aims to see if the drug is safe and easy to use in children ages 2–18 with moderate to severe kidney problems.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 12–25 - NCT06410144Recruiting
Education study for older adults with kidney disease
This study tests a program to help older adults with advanced kidney disease learn about their treatment options before deciding on dialysis. It is designed for those who have not yet made a decision.
Brockport, New YorkAges 75 years+ - NCT06374277Recruiting
Pharmacy Coaching to Help After Hospital Stay
This study tests a program where a pharmacist helps you manage your medications after you leave the hospital. It is for people with long-term health conditions who want to stay on track with their medicines.
Knoxville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT06343727Recruiting
Egg White Pudding for Low Protein in Kidney Dialysis
This trial tests whether eating a special high-protein egg white pudding every day for 12 weeks can help people on dialysis with low protein levels. It's for adults with chronic kidney disease who are on center-based hemodialysis and have a low blood protein level called albumin.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT06324045Recruiting
Deprescribing medicines for kidney disease patients
This study looks at whether carefully reducing or stopping some medicines (deprescribing) can help people with advanced kidney disease. The goal is to improve quality of life and avoid side effects from unnecessary medications.
DohaAges 18 years+ - NCT06329622RecruitingPhase 3
Does Ketosteril help muscle loss in kidney disease?
This study tests whether a medicine called Ketosteril can improve muscle strength and function in people with moderate to severe chronic kidney disease (CKD) who also have sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss).
ShanghaiAges Any age - NCT06337838RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing blood loss during surgery in kidney patients
This trial tests two medications, tranexamic acid and desmopressin, to see if they can reduce bleeding during surgery in people with severe kidney disease or on dialysis. The results may help make surgery safer for you.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06330480Enrolling by invitation
Screening for heart rhythm and kidney disease at home
This study is testing whether screening people at home can catch early signs of an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) and kidney disease. If you're in the right age group and live in one of the selected regions, you could join and help researchers learn more about spotting these conditions early.
AmsterdamAges 50–75 - NCT06288204Recruiting
Green Propolis and Royal Jelly for Kidney Health
This trial tests whether a supplement made from green propolis (a natural bee product) and royal jelly can help people with high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease. It aims to see if the supplement can improve kidney health and blood pressure control.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 18–75 - NCT06286748Recruiting
Beetroot drink and exercise for kidney disease
This study tests if drinking beetroot extract along with a structured exercise program can help people with chronic kidney disease. It looks at whether this combination can improve health and delay the need for more advanced treatments.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 18–65 - NCT06256991RecruitingPhase 4
Potassium management for kidney health
This study tests if careful potassium management can help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) safely take higher doses of blood pressure medicines called ACE inhibitors or ARBs, which are known to protect the kidneys. You may be eligible if you have moderate to advanced CKD and are already on a moderate dose of one of these medications.
GroningenAges 18 years+ - NCT06223750Enrolling by invitation
Virtual kidney check for First Nations in Manitoba
This study offers a virtual kidney health check for First Nations adults in Manitoba who haven't been recently screened. The goal is to catch early signs of kidney disease to help prevent future problems.
WinnipegAges 18 years+ - NCT06202235Recruiting
Magnetic resonance imaging for chronic kidney disease
This trial uses a special MRI technique called multifrequency magnetic resonance elastography (MRE) to see if it can help evaluate chronic kidney disease. It may provide a non-invasive way to monitor kidney health without needing a biopsy.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18–65 - NCT06173323Recruiting
Improving decision-making for kidney disease patients and their caregivers
This study tests a program to help people with advanced chronic kidney disease (stage 4 CKD) and their caregiver work together on medical decisions. It aims to see if the program improves communication and partnership.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT04099992Recruiting
Mindfulness program for people with chronic kidney disease
This trial tests whether a mindfulness-based program can help people living with moderate-to-advanced kidney disease. It may improve how you feel day-to-day and how you manage symptoms, while researchers track kidney-related health and safety.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 40–80 - NCT05928936RecruitingPhase 2
Exercise study in chronic kidney disease with blood-pressure medicines
This study tests how the body’s blood-pressure control responds to exercise in people with chronic kidney disease (and some transplant recipients), compared with people without kidney disease. It may help researchers learn safer ways to exercise and manage blood pressure for people with kidney disease.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 40–75 - NCT06089057Enrolling by invitation
Social exercise program for aging with kidney disease
This study tests a program to help people with chronic kidney disease who are starting to feel frail (weak or slow). It uses social activities and gentle exercise to improve well-being and strength.
Nashville, TennesseeAges Any age - NCT06058585RecruitingPhase 3
Testing new treatments for chronic kidney disease
This study compares two experimental treatments—one that reduces protein in urine and another that may help control blood sugar and weight—for people with chronic kidney disease. It aims to find safer, more effective ways to slow kidney damage.
Garran, Australian Capital TerritoryAges 18 years+ - NCT04404114Recruiting
Shear wave ultrasound to tell acute from chronic kidney disease
This study checks whether a special ultrasound can help tell whether kidney problems started suddenly (acute) or have been present longer (chronic). It may help doctors choose the right next steps faster in the emergency room.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT06013865RecruitingPhase 4
Empagliflozin for kidney transplant recipients
This trial tests if empagliflozin, a diabetes medicine that also protects the kidneys, can help people who have received a kidney transplant. It may be an option if you have reduced kidney function or diabetes after transplant.
Hines, IllinoisAges 19 years+ - 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.
Bullhead City, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05918523Recruiting
Long-term follow-up for people treated with REACT
This study checks long-term health outcomes in people who previously received a treatment called REACT for chronic kidney disease. It may help doctors understand how safe and effective REACT is over time.
Meridian, IdahoAges 30–80 - NCT05881447Recruiting
Study kidney disease patterns in people in Tanzania
This study looks at how common chronic kidney disease is, how it develops over time, and what risk factors are linked to it. It may help improve how kidney disease is recognized and managed in your community.
Bagamoyo, Coast RegionAges 18–99 - NCT05870007Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Atorvastatin and alkalizing treatment for autosomal dominant PKD
This Phase 2 study tests whether atorvastatin plus an “alkalizing” treatment (sodium bicarbonate) can slow or improve disease effects in people with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). It specifically targets metabolic acidosis (when the body becomes “too acidic”), which may worsen kidney health.
New Taipei CityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic kidney disease?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 561 recruiting chronic kidney disease studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a chronic kidney disease trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a chronic kidney disease trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.