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
- NCT06701968Recruiting
Healthy Nordic diet for heart artery health after heart attack
This study tests whether a healthy Nordic diet (like whole grains, berries, fish, and vegetables) can slow down hardening of the arteries in people who have had a heart attack or have stable chest pain. It lasts 18 months and aims to improve heart health.
UppsalaAges 50–80 - NCT06860828Enrolling by invitation
Football players and brain health study: DIAGNOSE CTE
This study looks at brain changes in former college and professional football players, people with memory problems, and healthy controls. It aims to learn more about chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and Alzheimer's disease.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 50 years+ - NCT05005793RecruitingPhase 4
Alkali treatment to improve kidney graft blood vessel function
This trial tests whether adding an “alkali” treatment (to raise low blood bicarbonate) can improve blood vessel and kidney graft function in people whose kidney transplant is about 1 year old. It may help if you have lower-than-normal bicarbonate levels while on stable transplant and blood pressure medicines.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–80 - NCT06772454Recruiting
Testing a new drug combo for advanced lung cancer with COPD
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (atezolizumab) to standard chemotherapy and inhaled steroids helps people with advanced lung cancer who also have COPD. The goal is to see if this combination improves outcomes.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06419062Enrolling by invitation
Using wearables to monitor COPD at home
This study tests if a wearable device can help track your COPD symptoms between doctor visits. You'll use a smartphone or computer to share data, which may help your care team stay on top of your health.
GlasgowAges 18 years+ - NCT06419036Enrolling by invitation
Using medical devices to monitor COPD at home
This study tests whether wearable medical devices can help monitor your COPD symptoms at home. You will use a smartphone app and a small chest patch to track your breathing, which may help you and your doctor better manage your condition.
GlasgowAges 18 years+ - NCT07707271Recruiting
Continuous vs. interval exercise for COPD
This trial compares two types of exercise training—steady moderate exercise versus short bursts of higher intensity—to see which is more helpful for people with COPD. It aims to find a better way to improve your breathing and fitness.
Thessaloniki, ExohiAges Any age - NCT03778944Recruiting
Improving kidney graft function during donor kidney surgery
This study looks at ways to help a donated kidney work better after transplant. It is intended for people who are receiving a living-donor kidney transplant due to kidney failure.
CairoAges 18–60 - NCT05743582Recruiting
Studying natural immunity in COPD and in healthy adults
This study looks at how the body’s “innate” (first-line) immune system works in people with COPD compared with healthy volunteers. It may help researchers understand COPD inflammation and how immune responses could be targeted in the future.
EdinburghAges 18–77 - NCT06047106Recruiting
MRI study for kidney transplant from living donor
This study uses special MRI scans after a living-donor kidney transplant to check how well the kidney is working. It aims to see if MRI can help monitor kidney health without needing a biopsy.
LyonAges 18 years+ - NCT06702696Recruiting
Study on aronia berries for COPD inflammation
This trial tests whether eating aronia berries (black chokeberries) can help reduce inflammation in people with COPD. It may offer a natural way to manage COPD symptoms.
Istanbul, ZeytinburnuAges 50–80 - NCT07583849RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new inhaled powder for COPD symptoms
This study tests whether a new inhaled medication called HSK39004 can help people with COPD breathe better and reduce shortness of breath. You'll receive either the medication or a placebo (inactive powder) and be monitored for safety and effectiveness.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 40–80 - NCT07343375Enrolling by invitation
Exercise training before lung surgery for COPD
This trial tests if high-intensity interval training before lung volume reduction surgery can improve lung function in people with COPD. It may help you get stronger for surgery and recover better afterward.
CopenhagenAges Any age - NCT07123922Enrolling by invitation
Silymarin for COPD: A Study on Breathing and Quality of Life
This study tests whether adding silymarin (a herbal supplement from milk thistle) to your regular COPD treatment can improve your lung function, reduce stress in your body, and help you feel better day-to-day.
DhakaAges 40–80 - NCT07074093Enrolling by invitation
Smartphone app to help COPD patients with air pollution
This study tests whether a smartphone app can help people with COPD breathe better by giving them tips to avoid air pollution. If you live in Salamanca and can use a smartphone, this app might help you manage your condition.
Salamanca, SalamancaAges 18 years+ - NCT06976762Enrolling by invitation
Light-based muscle oxygen measurements in COPD with kidney disease
This study uses a special light-based device (near-infrared spectroscopy) to measure muscle oxygen levels in people who have both COPD and chronic kidney disease. Researchers want to see if these measurements can help predict how the disease progresses, which could lead to better monitoring and treatment.
Tokat ProvinceAges 18–80 - NCT06751602Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Belumosudil to prevent kidney scarring after transplant
This trial tests whether a drug called belumosudil can reduce scarring in the kidney after transplant. Scarring can lead to kidney damage over time, and this study aims to stop that from happening.
Houston, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07689578RecruitingPhase 4
Testing a new immunotherapy for chronic kidney transplant rejection
This study tests a new treatment called BiTE (a type of immunotherapy that helps your immune cells attack harmful antibodies) for people whose transplanted kidney is being damaged by chronic active antibody-mediated rejection. The goal is to see if it can safely slow or stop this damage.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT07529626Recruiting
Stress and Pancreatic Cancer Disease Outcomes Study
This research study examines how chronic psychological stress (long-term worry, anxiety, or emotional burden) affects the course of pancreatic cancer and related pancreatic diseases. Understanding this connection may help doctors provide better support and treatment plans for patients.
Changsha, HunanAges 18 years+ - NCT06082063RecruitingPhase 3
Reducing heart disease risk in type 1 diabetes
This trial tests a combination of treatments to lower the risk of heart disease and kidney problems in people with type 1 diabetes who already have some complications or higher risk. If you qualify, you will receive extra care aimed at preventing heart attacks, strokes, and kidney failure.
CopenhagenAges 40–90 - NCT06794970Recruiting
Tissue study for chronic kidney transplant rejection
This study looks at tissue samples from kidney transplant patients who have a specific type of long-term rejection called chronic active humoral rejection (cAMR). It aims to better understand the condition and help future patients.
Bologna, BOAges 18 years+ - NCT06786416Recruiting
Monitoring to prevent kidney injury after heart surgery
This trial is testing a new monitoring system that tracks blood flow and other vital signs during heart surgery to help prevent kidney damage afterward.
San Donato Milanese, MilanoAges 18 years+ - NCT06041581Enrolling by invitation
Insomnia treatment study for heart health
This study tests whether treating insomnia can help lower your risk for heart disease. If you have trouble sleeping and certain heart risk factors, you may be able to join.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 40 years+ - 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.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–95
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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.
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.