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
- NCT06738394Recruiting
Exercise study for older adults with kidney disease
This study tests whether a supervised exercise program can help older adults with chronic kidney disease improve their physical function and stay active. You have to be able to do exercise and not be on dialysis.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 65–100 - 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+ - NCT06732349Recruiting
Urine Tests for Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3
This study looks at new urine tests to help monitor chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 3. The goal is to find better ways to track kidney health and potentially slow the disease.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 18 years+ - NCT06717698RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new medicine for kidney damage in chronic kidney disease
This study tests different doses of an investigational medicine (NNC0519-0130) to see if it can reduce kidney damage in people with chronic kidney disease. It may be an option for you if you have kidney impairment and either have or don't have type 2 diabetes.
San Dimas, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06721143RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of AION-301 for chronic kidney disease
This trial tests an experimental drug called AION-301 for people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The goal is to see if it's safe and may help slow kidney decline. It's given by IV infusion and compared to a placebo (inactive infusion).
Miami, FloridaAges 35–75 - 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+ - NCT06715735Recruiting
A health coaching program for metabolic syndrome with kidney disease
This trial tests if a personalized health coaching program can help people with metabolic syndrome and chronic kidney disease make lasting lifestyle changes. If you have both conditions and are not yet on dialysis, this program may help you manage your health.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT06694558Recruiting
Monocytes in type 1 diabetes and kidney disease study
This study looks at immune cells (monocytes) in people with type 1 diabetes, with or without early kidney problems. Researchers want to understand how these cells differ between groups. You may be able to join if you have type 1 diabetes and use an insulin pump or injections along with a continuous glucose monitor (CGM).
Cleveland, OhioAges 18–65 - NCT06698614Recruiting
Magnetic resonance imaging to study kidney disease
This study uses a special MRI scan to look at the kidneys in people with different kinds of kidney disease, including acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, vasculitis, and after a kidney transplant. The goal is to better understand these conditions.
EdinburghAges 18 years+ - NCT06701825RecruitingPhase 4
Genetic testing before tacrolimus in kidney transplant
This study tests whether doing a simple genetic test before starting the anti-rejection drug tacrolimus can lead to better dosing and outcomes in kidney transplant patients. It also looks at whether this approach is cost-effective.
Madrid, MadridAges Any age - 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 - NCT06676527Recruiting
Vorolanib for advanced kidney cancer after first treatment
This trial tests a targeted therapy pill, vorolanib, for people with advanced kidney cancer that has clear cell features and has gotten worse after initial treatment. It may offer a new option when standard second-line treatments are not working.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT06660277Recruiting
Dialysis with expanded solute removal study
This trial tests a special dialysis filter (Elisio HX) that removes more waste products from the blood. It aims to see if this approach improves health outcomes for people on regular in-center hemodialysis.
London, OntarioAges 45 years+ - NCT06635525Recruiting
How kidney failure affects your flu shot response
This study looks at how well the flu vaccine works in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis compared to healthy people. It will help doctors understand how kidney problems affect the body’s immune response to vaccination.
MilanAges 18–70 - NCT06618859Recruiting
Time-restricted eating for moderate kidney disease
This study tests if eating only during a limited daytime window (like 8 or 10 hours) can help people with moderate chronic kidney disease and protein in their urine. It might be a way to improve kidney health without medication.
GenevaAges 18 years+ - NCT06595420Recruiting
Kidney health in people with cystic fibrosis on new treatments
This study looks at how the kidneys work in people with cystic fibrosis, especially those taking highly effective new treatments. It aims to understand kidney function in different groups, including those who are hospitalized frequently or rarely.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 7 years+ - NCT06583395Enrolling by invitation
Meditation retreat study with fitness tracker
This trial studies people attending a 7-day meditation retreat to see how meditation affects well-being. You will wear a fitness tracker and answer surveys.
Palm Desert, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06572215Recruiting
New ways to check kidney function in sickle cell patients
This study tests two new methods to measure how well your kidneys can handle extra work, called kidney reserve. It might help find early signs of kidney problems in people with sickle cell disease or those who have donated a kidney.
LondonAges 40 years+ - NCT06560801RecruitingPhase 4
Dapagliflozin for kidney health after transplant
This trial tests whether taking dapagliflozin (a drug often used for diabetes and heart health) can help improve kidney structure and blood flow in people who received a kidney transplant at least 9 months ago. It may benefit those whose kidney function is stable, regardless of whether they have diabetes.
Erlangen, BavariaAges 18–75 - NCT06527768Recruiting
Helping with metabolic syndrome and kidney disease through lifestyle changes
This study tests a program that uses WeChat to help people with metabolic syndrome and chronic kidney disease make healthy lifestyle changes. They want to see if this support can improve health and slow down kidney problems.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18 years+ - NCT06466785RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Efepoetin Alfa for anemia in kidney dialysis patients
This study tests a new drug called Efepoetin Alfa to treat anemia in people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis. The goal is to see if it can safely raise red blood cell levels and reduce the need for other anemia treatments.
YerevanAges 18 years+ - NCT06463483Recruiting
Automated Insulin Delivery for People with Advanced Kidney Disease
This trial tests an automated insulin pump system for people with diabetes who also have advanced kidney disease. It may help manage blood sugar more easily.
LondonAges 18–70 - NCT06474169Recruiting
T-cell study in long-term kidney failure
This study is looking at how immune cells called T-cells work in people with long-term kidney failure. It tests whether these cells can be changed in the lab to help treat the condition.
OrléansAges 18 years+ - NCT06438445Recruiting
Royal Jelly Supplement for Kidney Disease on Dialysis
This study tests whether a daily supplement called royal jelly can help people with chronic kidney disease who are on dialysis. Researchers will check if it improves health markers.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 18–70
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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.