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
- NCT03945968Recruiting
Risk scores after abdominal surgery for people with health conditions
This study looks at how other health problems affect the chance of postoperative complications after abdominal surgery. It aims to help doctors better predict risk and decide on the safest care for you.
ArkhangelskAges 18 years+ - NCT03987633Recruiting
Study links health records and samples to understand health gaps
This study asks people affected by a specific illness (or their family member) to share saliva (and sometimes blood) and answer health and quality-of-life questions. The goal is to better understand and reduce health inequality by matching new information with medical records.
Wolverhampton, West MidlandsAges 6 years+ - NCT03991169RecruitingPhase 4
Oral iron for children with chronic kidney disease
This trial studies whether taking iron by mouth can improve iron levels and anemia (low red blood cell counts) in children with chronic kidney disease. It may help reduce fatigue and support normal blood-making, by comparing different approaches for children who meet specific iron test results.
New York, New YorkAges 1–21 - NCT04098354Recruiting
Phone monitoring for high blood pressure in kidney disease
This study tests whether using a home blood pressure monitoring device and phone-based check-ins can help people with high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease manage their health better. You may be asked to record readings and send them regularly during the study.
Edmonton, AlbertAges 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 - NCT04185844Recruiting
Chronic kidney health study for Native American adults
This study follows Native American adults with kidney function changes (either moderately reduced kidney filtration or early urine protein). It aims to better understand kidney disease over time and what factors predict progress, which may help improve care for people like you.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 21–80 - NCT04212923Recruiting
Online self-management coaching for chronic kidney disease in China
This study tests an eHealth (internet-based) self-management program to help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) manage their care. If you qualify, it may offer structured guidance to support daily kidney health and treatment routines.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT04334707Recruiting
Study kidney damage in people with long-term diabetes
This study is looking at different kidney health patterns in people with diabetes, especially diabetic kidney disease and people who have not developed kidney damage despite long-term diabetes. It may help researchers understand why kidney problems happen—and what protective factors might prevent them.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 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+ - NCT04522622RecruitingPhase 4
Teriparatide for low bone turnover in advanced kidney disease
This trial tests teriparatide (a hormone-like bone medicine) to improve bone health in people with advanced chronic kidney disease who are at risk for weak, low-turnover bone. It may help by changing how quickly your bones break down and rebuild.
AalborgAges 18–120 - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT04896047Recruiting
Test whether FGF19 helps non-diabetic kidney disease
This study looks at FGF19 to see if it can improve chronic kidney disease in people who do not have diabetes. Participants may receive FGF19 (and may need extra testing such as muscle biopsies).
Pierre-BéniteAges 18–70 - NCT04911491Recruiting
Breathing muscle training for people with kidney disease
This study tests whether training your breathing muscles can improve health in people with chronic kidney disease (stage 3–4). It may help how your body handles daily activity and circulation-related measurements, compared with usual care.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 50 years+ - 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 - NCT06712654RecruitingPhase 2
Testing AP306 for high phosphate in dialysis patients
This trial tests a new medication called AP306 for people on hemodialysis who have high blood phosphate. It aims to see if the drug is safe, tolerable, and helps lower phosphate levels.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05014178Recruiting
Kidney salt imaging scan with MRI
This study uses an MRI scan to look at how your kidneys handle salt (sodium). It may help researchers better understand kidney function in healthy people and in people with chronic kidney disease.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05149196Recruiting
Goal-directed fluid and blood pressure plan after kidney surgery
This trial tests a carefully tailored plan for managing blood pressure and fluid during and after kidney removal surgery, to help reduce kidney injury after surgery. It may be especially helpful if you’re having one kidney removed for cancer and your baseline heart/kidney risk is not too high.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT05242055Recruiting
Tracking and treating chronic kidney disease risk
This trial looks at how well an integrated program for identifying and treating people at risk for chronic kidney disease (CKD) can improve outcomes. It may help by catching problems earlier and guiding treatment sooner.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–100 - 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 - NCT05248412Recruiting
Study how COVID-19 long-term effects impact chronic diseases
This research looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the health and healthcare of adults with long-term conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, kidney disease, or chronic lung disease. It compares people who may have been affected by the pandemic and looks at their health and access to care over time.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT05266092Recruiting
Study kidney disease immune system activity in dialysis patients
This study looks at how the body’s defense systems (immune system and related signals) behave in people with chronic kidney disease. It may help doctors understand what is driving inflammation and related complications in dialysis patients.
OdenseAges 18 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.
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.