Clinical trials
Kidney Diseases clinical trials
Below are recruiting kidney diseases clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 686 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05655325Recruiting
Exercise program to improve thinking in older adults with mild memory trouble
This study tests whether a supervised exercise plan can improve executive thinking (like planning and task control) in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. Researchers also look for brain changes using an MRI.
New York, New YorkAges 55 years+ - NCT05738330Recruiting
Symptom reporting during hemodialysis care
This study looks at how well a new phone or computer system can help people on hemodialysis report their symptoms. It may improve symptom tracking so clinics can better understand and respond to what you feel during treatment.
Waltham, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05753020Recruiting
Kidney care planning tool for older adults with advanced kidney disease
This pilot study tests a “JumpStart” tool to help people with advanced kidney disease talk with their clinician about treatment choices in a way that matches their values. It may help you have clearer conversations about next steps before dialysis becomes necessary.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 75 years+ - 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 - NCT05858437Recruiting
Testing propionic acid to improve immune function in children with kidney failure
This study tests whether propionic acid can help the immune system work differently in children with advanced chronic kidney disease who receive regular dialysis. It may help regulate immune cells, aiming for better immune function while keeping you medically stable.
BerlinAges 12–20 - NCT05880914Recruiting
Personalized treatment study for bone disease in kidney failure
This trial looks at a personalized approach to diagnosing and treating bone problems caused by long-term kidney disease. It may help by matching treatment plans to the type of bone turnover found in your tests or biopsy.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT05888909Recruiting
Tests better diagnosis and treatment planning for kidney disease in type 2 diabetes
This trial focuses on improving how kidney damage is diagnosed and how treatment is planned for people with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease. It may help by using detailed medical history and (if done) kidney biopsy results to guide care more accurately.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT05981183Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for chronic kidney disease
This study tests a device that gently stimulates a nerve in your ear to see if it can help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The device is non-invasive and may improve how your body handles kidney-related issues.
New York, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT05989659Recruiting
Transitioning to Home or In-Center Dialysis
This trial compares transitioning to home dialysis versus in-center dialysis for people with advanced kidney disease. It aims to find which option leads to better outcomes and quality of life.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05997875Recruiting
Learning about dialysis access options
This study tests a new way to teach people about hemodialysis and the access (the spot in your arm or leg where the dialysis machine connects). It is for people with advanced kidney disease who are considering hemodialysis and want to learn about their options for vascular access.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06044935Recruiting
Nicotinamide riboside for fat burning and metabolism
This study tests whether a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (a form of vitamin B3) helps the body burn fat more efficiently during exercise. It may be a good option if you are overweight or have a specific type of diabetes (MODY2) and want to see if a natural supplement can boost your metabolism.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT06065982Recruiting
Study of a method for placing a dialysis catheter (PREDICT)
This study watches how well a certain method (percutaneous) works for placing a peritoneal dialysis (PD) catheter, which is a soft tube used for a type of kidney dialysis. By tracking patients’ experiences before and after the procedure, the study aims to improve care for people with kidney failure.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT06110130RecruitingPhase 4
Empagliflozin for kidney health in African American veterans
This study is testing whether the drug empagliflozin (Jardiance) can help protect the kidneys of African American veterans who already have some kidney damage but do not have diabetes. The goal is to see if the drug can reduce damage at the cellular level.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 19–90 - NCT06126016Recruiting
A study of Pacitol Inj. for dialysis patients with parathyroid issues
This study watches how well the drug Pacitol Inj. works and how safe it is in people on dialysis who have overactive parathyroid glands caused by kidney disease. It follows patients who are already prescribed this drug by their doctor.
Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT06128278RecruitingPhase 2
Equol supplement and blood vessel health in women
This study tests whether taking an Equol supplement (a soy-related compound) improves blood vessel function in postmenopausal women with and without chronic kidney disease (CKD). It could help women with or without early-stage CKD learn if this supplement supports heart health.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 50–69 - NCT06161701Recruiting
Steroid-related diabetes in kidney disease patients
This trial looks at how steroids affect blood sugar in people with certain kidney diseases. If you are starting steroid treatment, this study may help understand and manage the risk of developing diabetes.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT06194591Recruiting
Ultrasound treatment for high blood pressure with kidney disease
This trial tests a new ultrasound treatment on the kidney arteries to see if it can safely lower blood pressure in people with high blood pressure and chronic kidney disease. It may help avoid more invasive procedures.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 18–82 - NCT06223555Recruiting
Mixed meal energy study in healthy adults
This study looks at how your body responds to a mixed meal (a test drink or meal) when the calories are either fixed or adjusted to your energy needs. It may help researchers understand how to measure metabolism more accurately.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–99 - NCT06272578Recruiting
Heart and kidney health study for chronic disease patients
This study checks how heart and kidney health are related in people with kidney disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, or high cholesterol. It is a single visit with tests to see if certain heart problems are common in these conditions.
Wedding, State of BerlinAges 18 years+ - NCT06278207Recruiting
Finerenone in real-world diabetes and kidney disease
This study looks at how the medication finerenone works in everyday medical practice for people with type 2 diabetes and certain stages of chronic kidney disease. It aims to see how safe and effective the treatment is outside of a clinical trial setting.
Multiple Locations, New JerseyAges 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 - NCT06306963Recruiting
Stomach blood vessel condition and digestion symptoms study
This study looks at people with a stomach condition called gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE) to understand how it affects digestion and causes symptoms. Researchers want to learn if stomach muscle function problems are common in this condition.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 19 years+ - NCT06310967RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of IG3018 for high uric acid with or without kidney disease
This trial tests a new medicine, IG3018, to lower high uric acid levels in people with or without chronic kidney disease. It aims to find the right dose and see if it's safe.
Botany, New South WalesAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for kidney diseases?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 686 recruiting kidney diseases 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 kidney diseases 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 kidney diseases 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.