Clinical trials
Chronic kidney disease clinical trials
A gradual loss of kidney function over time. We’re tracking 571 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05349955Recruiting
Primary care diabetes guideline program for older adults
This trial tests whether a diabetes treatment plan (based on published guidelines) delivered by primary care doctors in the community is safe and helpful for older adults. It focuses on people with type 2 diabetes who also have kidney problems and/or higher heart and blood-vessel risk.
Suzhou, JaingsuAges 65 years+ - NCT05545306Recruiting
Study tests how extra calories change your daily energy use
This study looks at how eating more calories affects your body’s natural heat production and total energy use over a full day. It may help researchers better understand how the body manages weight and energy.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–60 - NCT05832229RecruitingPhase 2
Studying rosuvastatin to slow liver scarring in cirrhosis
This Phase 2 trial tests whether rosuvastatin (a cholesterol-lowering medicine) can improve how well the liver functions and slow worsening scarring in people with cirrhosis. It also checks for side effects and safety.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT05996536Recruiting
Fat labeling study in familial partial lipodystrophy
This study tests a safe way to label fat (triglycerides) in people with a rare condition called familial partial lipodystrophy (FPL), where fat is missing in some areas. It involves two small fat biopsies, one from the belly and one from the thigh, to understand how the body handles fat.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT06071429Recruiting
Dissolvable medicine stent for leg artery disease
This trial tests a new dissolvable stent that slowly releases medicine to keep your lower-leg artery open. It is for people with severe leg pain or small wounds due to poor blood flow, and who are not eligible for other stents.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06291077RecruitingPhase 4
Belatacept vs anticalcineurins after kidney transplant
This study is comparing two medications after kidney transplant: Belatacept and anticalcineurins (like tacrolimus). It looks at how each affects blood vessel health. If you are more than a year post-transplant and have stable kidney function, you may be eligible.
RouenAges 18–75 - NCT06635629RecruitingPhase 2
Desmopressin test for ACTH-dependent Cushing syndrome
This trial studies how well a desmopressin stimulation test works to diagnose ACTH-dependent Cushing syndrome. It compares results from people with possible or recurrent Cushing syndrome and healthy volunteers.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT06666283RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for diabetic kidney disease
This study tests a new medicine called AP303 for people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The goal is to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. If you have diabetes and your kidneys are not working as well as they used to, this trial might help find new treatment options.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 30 years+ - NCT06760845Recruiting
Using light to diagnose kidney disease
This trial uses a special light technique (Raman spectroscopy) to help diagnose different types of kidney disease. It may provide a faster, less invasive way to understand your condition.
Jinan, ShandongAges Any age - NCT06820970Recruiting
Combined therapy for heart artery blockages that weren't fully opened
This trial tests if combining a new heart procedure with a special type of therapy called mindfulness therapy can help prevent heart problems in people with coronary artery disease that could not be fully fixed with stents or surgery.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18 years+ - NCT06878560RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Pig kidney transplant for kidney failure patients
This trial tests a special pig kidney (10 GE Xenokidney) as a transplant option for people with kidney failure who cannot get a human kidney. It aims to offer a life-saving alternative.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 40–70 - NCT07122921Recruiting
Sleep study in Hong Kong children with cancer
This study compares sleep patterns in children with cancer, children with other chronic illnesses, and healthy children. Researchers want to understand how cancer and its treatment affect sleep during hospitalization.
Hong KongAges 6–18 - NCT07142252RecruitingPhase 2
New drug for recently diagnosed type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a new medicine (rezpegaldesleukin) to see if it can help preserve the body's ability to make some insulin in people recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. It's for children and adults diagnosed within the past 100 days.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 8–45 - NCT07167368Recruiting
Exercise rehab for heart and kidney health
This trial tests whether a supervised exercise program can help people with heart failure and mild-to-moderate kidney problems. It might improve both your heart and kidney function.
Nantong, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT07175051RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a kidney-protecting drug in sickle cell disease
This study tests whether empagliflozin, a medicine that protects the kidneys in people with diabetes, can also protect the kidneys in people with sickle cell disease. The goal is to see if it can reduce protein in the urine, which is a sign of kidney stress.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–60 - NCT07224763RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Pig kidney transplant trial for kidney failure patients
This trial tests a genetically modified pig kidney (Thymokidney) for people with end-stage kidney disease who are on dialysis. It aims to see if this new type of transplant is safe and effective for those who cannot get a human kidney.
New York, New YorkAges 40–70 - NCT07271420RecruitingPhase 4
Blood pressure drug study for dialysis patients
This trial tests whether a common blood pressure medication (thiazide diuretics) helps control high blood pressure in people on peritoneal dialysis. The goal is to see if it can lower blood pressure and improve health.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT00071526Recruiting
How the body loses vitamin C in diabetes
This study looks at why people with diabetes may lose more vitamin C in their urine than people without diabetes. By understanding this difference, researchers hope to better understand how diabetes affects the body's nutrition.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT02417740Recruiting
Study of the natural course of noncirrhotic portal hypertension
This study follows people with noncirrhotic portal hypertension (NCPH) or people at risk for it to better understand how the condition progresses over time. It does not sound like a medication trial—more like careful monitoring to learn what happens in different people.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 12–100 - NCT07442448Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Study of Finerenone for heart and kidney health in diabetes
This trial tests a medication called Finerenone to see if it can improve heart structure and function in people with both diabetic kidney disease and heart failure. If you have type 2 diabetes, kidney problems, and heart failure with preserved pumping function, this study may explore a new treatment option for you.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT00710112Recruiting
Genetic risk study in very low birth-weight babies
This study looks at genetic differences to understand why some very low birth-weight babies develop certain health problems. It may help doctors predict risk and tailor care for these babies.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges Any age - NCT05478083RecruitingPhase 2
Leuprolide treatment for severe polycystic liver growth
This Phase 2 study tests whether a monthly hormone medicine (leuprolide, a GnRH agonist given as an injection) can slow down ongoing, fast-growing polycystic livers. It is aimed at pre-menopausal women with very large livers that are still getting bigger on past and current scans.
Nijmegen, GelderlandAges 18–45 - NCT00128973Recruiting
Study immune system problems in people with unusual infections
This study looks at how the immune system works in people who have abnormal immune function, often shown by unusual or repeated infections or long-lasting inflammation. It may involve tests using blood samples and storage of blood for future research.
Bethesda, MarylandAges Any age - NCT01893710Recruiting
Collecting children and adult belly fluid and tissue for kidney care research
This study collects samples from the belly (related to the peritoneal lining) to build a “biobank” for future research. It may help patients and families by improving understanding of kidney disease and kidney dialysis-related health issues.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1 day–90 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic kidney disease?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 571 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.
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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.