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
- NCT05525507RecruitingPhase 1
Test early immune-tolerance treatment for matched kidney transplant patients
This Phase 1 study tests a treatment plan given after a kidney transplant to help the immune system stay calm and reduce the risk of rejection. Participants must have a well-functioning kidney transplant from a closely matched living donor and meet health and safety requirements.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05846581Recruiting
Dialysis graft registry for adults getting a new vascular graft
This registry follows adults with kidney failure who need a dialysis access connection in the arm using the GORE ACUSEAL graft. It helps track outcomes and safety over time while you receive standard dialysis care.
BielefeldAges 18 years+ - NCT05764642Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Ultrasound imaging of kidney blood vessels in kidney disease
This Phase 2 study tests an ultrasound imaging method to look at tiny blood vessels in the kidneys. It may help doctors better understand chronic kidney disease, especially when a kidney biopsy is already planned for medical reasons.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05732727RecruitingPhase 3
Stronger BP lowering using diuretics in kidney disease
This Phase 3 trial compares a plan that uses diuretics (water pills) to lower blood pressure more, versus usual blood pressure care, in people with uncontrolled hypertension and moderate-to-severe chronic kidney disease. It may help your blood pressure control while monitoring safety closely because kidney function changes how medicines work.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT05728216Recruiting
Using a special eye-scan to study kidney biopsy samples
This study tests whether a noninvasive “eye-scan” during a kidney biopsy can help doctors tell the difference between acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease. If it works, it may improve how kidney problems are diagnosed in routine practice.
Chalon-sur-Saône, Saône-et-LoireAges 18 years+ - NCT05692388Recruiting
Study social needs support for Black adults with kidney and diabetes
This study looks at health-related social needs—like barriers to food, housing, or care—in African American adults living with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. It uses a mixed-methods approach to understand needs better and what support may help.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT05465044Recruiting
Twice-weekly dialysis for veterans starting kidney treatment
This study compares starting hemodialysis two times per week versus three times per week for veterans in their first year of dialysis. It aims to see if a less frequent schedule can be just as safe and effective for those who still make urine.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05457283RecruitingPhase 3
Finerenone safety study for children with kidney disease
This trial studies how safely finerenone works over 18 months in children and young adults with chronic kidney disease who also take an ACE inhibitor or ARB. It aims to better understand long-term side effects when used together with standard kidney blood-pressure medicines.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 1–18 - NCT05398783Recruiting
Study of how metabolism and body composition change over time
This natural history study follows people to understand how metabolism and body composition vary in health and disease. It may help researchers better measure metabolic changes and understand who is at risk as health and treatments change.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 2–99 - NCT05370014Recruiting
Partner support program for chronic health conditions
This study tests a program that helps patients with chronic health conditions and their care partners work together to improve their health and well-being. If you live in a rural or underserved area in South Carolina and have a condition like diabetes or high blood pressure, you and your support person might be able to join.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05318196Recruiting
Predict kidney disease risk and progression from patient data
This trial looks at ways to predict how kidney disease may develop, change, or cause complications using information from patients. It may help doctors identify people at higher risk and tailor care earlier.
ToulouseAges 18–99 - NCT05353660Recruiting
Study diet and muscle loss in people with kidney disease
This trial is for adults with chronic kidney disease and low muscle strength (sarcopenia). It aims to find ways to improve outcomes, especially if you have a higher risk of complications.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - 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 - NCT04916132Recruiting
Diabetic kidney damage study using urine tests and biopsy
This study looks at how common diabetic kidney damage is in people with type 2 diabetes, and which factors can predict it. If you qualify, you may be asked to have a kidney biopsy to understand what’s happening inside your kidneys.
Skejby, AarhusAges 18–120 - NCT05161078Enrolling by invitation
Studies CARPEDIEM care for newborns and babies in participating hospitals
This trial looks at how to improve outcomes for newborns and infants who receive CARPEDIEM as part of routine hospital care. It aims to see whether an interdisciplinary team approach can make treatment safer and more effective.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT05188885Recruiting
Chronic kidney disease registry for real-world care
This study collects health information from people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and also from some people without CKD but with kidney risk factors. It helps doctors understand how CKD develops and how it’s managed in everyday life, not to test a new drug.
Foshan, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT05106387Recruiting
Study follow-up for people who had a kidney transplant
This study follows adults who previously received vonsetamig in an earlier study and then got a kidney transplant while enrolled. It mainly looks at what happens after the transplant and helps doctors understand outcomes over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT04802395Recruiting
KidneyIntelX check for people with diabetes and early kidney disease
This study looks at how well a kidney test tool called KidneyIntelX works in real-world care for people with type 2 diabetes and certain stages of kidney disease. It may help doctors use the tool to better understand kidney risk and guide next steps.
New York, New YorkAges 23 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.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 6–18 - NCT04721652Recruiting
Track drinking and recovery after hemodialysis sessions
This study looks at how fluid intake after each hemodialysis treatment affects your health. It may help find safer, easier guidance on how much to drink between treatments.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04708587Recruiting
Choosing the right anti-platelet duration for advanced kidney disease
This study looks at the best length of anti-platelet medicine (which helps prevent stent clots) after a new type of heart stent. It specifically focuses on people with advanced chronic kidney disease, where bleeding and clot risks can be higher.
SeoulAges 19–84 - NCT04671771Recruiting
Testing a new graft for hemodialysis access in kidney failure
This study tests whether an “AV graft” implant works safely and well for people with end-stage kidney disease who need hemodialysis. It may help your dialysis access last and work better, compared with current expectations for AV grafts.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–90 - NCT04397159Recruiting
Exercise program to reduce tiredness in some kidney patients
This trial studies whether doing a combination exercise program can reduce “fatigability,” meaning feeling unusually tired or weak during activity, in Veterans with moderate-to-advanced chronic kidney disease. It also compares results with people without kidney disease and checks for safety, especially for heart and joint health.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 50–85 - NCT04297592Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Antibiotics to prevent infection after hip or knee replacement
This trial studies whether giving antibiotics before and/or after surgery can lower the chance of a serious joint infection after elective hip or knee replacement. It’s aimed at people at higher risk for infection.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–99
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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.