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
- NCT05283512Recruiting
IV versus drink fluids to protect kidneys after CT scan
This study compares giving fluids through a vein versus drinking fluids to lower the risk of sudden kidney injury after a CT scan with contrast dye. It focuses on adults with very poor kidney function who are scheduled for an elective CT scan.
Odense C, FynAges 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 - NCT05370014Recruiting
Study for COVID survivors and their unpaid carepartners in South Carolina
This study looks at how to improve health and support for African American adults who had COVID-19 severe enough to need urgent care or hospitalization, along with the unpaid carepartner who helps them at home. It may be helpful if you and your carepartner live in a medically underserved or rural area and share daily support needs.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05476627Recruiting
Study risk factors for kidney disease from metabolic conditions
This study looks at risk factors and body “omics” information (like blood/tissue patterns) to better understand chronic kidney disease caused by metabolic diseases. It may help researchers find better ways to predict or manage kidney problems in people with these conditions.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT05497518Recruiting
KidneyCARE study for adults with chronic kidney disease
This study is for adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD), including people on dialysis or with a kidney transplant. It aims to better support kidney care by allowing more community access to research.
Danville, PennsylvaniaAges 18–120 - NCT05515367RecruitingPhase 4
Real-world safety study of desidustat for kidney anemia
This study tracks the real-world safety of desidustat in adults with anemia caused by chronic kidney disease (CKD). It’s meant to see whether the medicine is safe when used in everyday care, not just in tightly controlled settings.
Sheikhpura, BiharAges 18–85 - 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+ - NCT05527626Recruiting
Study of daily life in people with advanced kidney disease
This study looks at real-world information about people living with advanced chronic kidney disease. Your participation mainly involves allowing researchers to use your existing medical data to understand care and outcomes.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT05570929Recruiting
Study of kidney changes before and around donation
This study follows people who are planning kidney donation or a kidney transplant to better understand how kidney function changes over time. It may help researchers predict risk and improve care by studying health markers in detail.
BerlinAges 18–75 - NCT05638269Recruiting
Study of gut bacteria in people with serious long-term illness
This study looks at the types of gut bacteria in people living in certain parts of China who have serious long-term (chronic) illnesses. The goal is to better understand how gut bacteria differ and may help doctors in the future tailor care.
Chaoyang, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT05656261Recruiting
Genetic testing study for African Americans
This study looks at genetic markers (genes) related to kidney risk in Black/African American adults. It may help researchers better understand who is at higher risk and how genetics could guide future care.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–90 - NCT05679024RecruitingPhase 3
Apixaban to prevent stroke in atrial fibrillation and kidney failure
This trial tests apixaban (a blood thinner) to prevent stroke in people with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter who have very poor kidney function or are on dialysis. If you qualify, you may help researchers find a safer way to lower stroke risk for this higher-risk group.
HelsinkiAges 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+ - 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+ - 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+ - NCT05846490RecruitingPhase 4
Sleep apnea treatment to improve blood pressure in kidney disease
This study tests whether treating obstructive sleep apnea can help control blood pressure in people with chronic kidney disease. If your sleep apnea is not currently being treated, participation may help your care team see whether safer breathing at night improves blood pressure control.
São PauloAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT05942053RecruitingPhase 4
Vitamin K2 for chronic kidney disease with high urine protein
This trial studies whether vitamin K2 can help people with chronic kidney disease (kidney damage that lasts months or longer), especially those with higher protein levels in the urine. It compares vitamin K2 use in a specific group and watches kidney-related health outcomes and safety.
Tanta, Capital of Gharbia Governorate.Ages 18 years+ - NCT05942027RecruitingPhase 4
CoQ10 in early-to-moderate kidney disease with high urine protein
This study tests whether taking coenzyme Q10 can improve chronic kidney disease in adults with moderate kidney function and higher urine protein. It also looks at safety, especially for blood pressure and potassium levels.
Tanta, Capital of Gharbia Governorate.Ages 18 years+ - NCT05944016RecruitingPhase 3
Dapagliflozin for early Alport kidney disease in teens and young adults
This trial tests dapagliflozin, a daily medicine, to slow kidney problems in people with early-stage chronic kidney disease caused by Alport syndrome. It may help protect kidney function and reduce worsening over time.
Heidelberg, Baden-WürttenbergAges 10–39
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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.