Nephrology & urology
Kidney & urinary clinical trials
Kidney disease and conditions of the bladder and urinary tract. We’re tracking 4,514 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,826
- Phase 2565
- Phase 1366
- Phase 3272
- Phase 1/Phase 2230
- Phase 4196
- Phase 2/Phase 359
Top conditions
- Prostate Cancer654
- Bladder Cancer190
- Acute Kidney Injury137
- Chronic Kidney Diseases131
- Breast Cancer105
- Chronic Kidney Disease105
- Renal Cell Carcinoma81
- Urinary Incontinence63
- Kidney Cancer60
- Colorectal Cancer58
- Ovarian Cancer58
- Lung Cancer54
- Lupus Nephritis53
- Cancer51
- Melanoma50
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia48
- Head and Neck Cancer46
- Prostate Cancer (Adenocarcinoma)46
Leading sponsors
- Mayo Clinic63
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)46
- Peking University First Hospital38
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center36
- Chinese University of Hong Kong34
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals34
- AstraZeneca30
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center29
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris28
- University of California, San Francisco28
Where studies are running
- California350
- Alabama111
- Arizona103
- Florida98
- New York96
- Texas92
- Maryland90
- Massachusetts88
- Illinois66
- Minnesota47
Recruiting studies4,514 total
- NCT06920927Recruiting
Testing an online decision aid for heart and kidney disease
This study is testing an online tool called 'My Heart and CKD' that helps people with both chronic kidney disease and heart disease make decisions about their care. The goal is to see if it is easy to use and helpful for patients and their doctors.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06921603Recruiting
Ultrasound-guided diuretics for heart failure
This trial tests whether using a bedside ultrasound to guide diuretic treatment improves outcomes in people hospitalized for worsening heart failure. It may help find the right dose of IV diuretics faster.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06921746Recruiting
Urinary microbiome and metabolism changes in overactive bladder treatment
This study looks at how the bacteria and chemicals in your urine change when women receive treatment for overactive bladder. It may help researchers understand why some treatments work better for some people.
Ostrava, Moravian-Silesian RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06922318RecruitingPhase 2
Combined suppression of MYC for advanced prostate cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (ZEN-3694 and enzalutamide) for men with advanced prostate cancer that has stopped responding to standard hormonal treatments. It aims to see if this combination can help slow or stop the cancer from growing.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06922370Recruiting
Study of bone and joint problems in Gitelman syndrome
This study looks at bone and joint problems in people with Gitelman syndrome, a rare kidney disorder. It aims to understand how this condition affects the body's bones and joints.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges Any age - NCT06923657Recruiting
PSMA PET/MRI for guiding biopsy after negative MRI
This study tests whether a special type of PET/MRI scan (PSMA PET/MRI) can help doctors find hidden prostate cancer in men who have a rising PSA but previous negative biopsies and a non-suspicious MRI. It aims to improve detection without skipping needed treatment.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 30–85 - NCT06923709RecruitingPhase 2
Amiloride for slowing kidney disease progression
This trial tests if the drug amiloride can help slow down chronic kidney disease. It may be an option if you have moderate kidney function and high protein in your urine.
OdenseAges 18 years+ - NCT06924450Recruiting
Modified mesh for stress incontinence surgery
This trial tests whether a modified mesh improves success rates in a common sling surgery for stress urinary incontinence. It is for women who have not improved with non-surgical treatments and are already planning to have this procedure.
VanAges 18 years+ - NCT06925217Recruiting
Closed-loop insulin for type 2 diabetes and kidney disease
This study tests whether a special type of insulin delivery system (closed-loop) can help people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. You'll wear a continuous glucose monitor and insulin pump, and researchers will track how your kidneys respond over time.
Lausanne, Canton of VaudAges 18 years+ - NCT06926075RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Early trial of KESONOTIDE™ for solid tumors
This trial tests a new tablet called KESONOTIDE™ for people with solid tumors that have spread. The goal is to see if it can help when other treatments have stopped working or are not an option.
Kogarah, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT06926244Recruiting
Studying resistance to IgA nephropathy treatments in real life
This study observes how people with IgA nephropathy respond to standard and newer treatments in everyday medical practice, to understand why some cases are resistant to therapy.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06926374Recruiting
Robotic surgery for gastrointestinal and urologic conditions
This trial tests a new robotic surgery system for common operations on the colon, rectum, prostate, kidney, bladder, stomach, esophagus, gallbladder, and hiatal hernia. It may offer a less invasive option for patients who need surgery for these conditions.
Hong KongAges 18–80 - NCT06927024Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for chronic kidney disease
This trial tests if a gentle electrical stimulation on the ear (taVNS) can help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) by improving kidney function or reducing symptoms. It is a non-invasive, device-based treatment given at NYU Langone Health.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06927219Recruiting
Lupus registry for patients and caregivers
This study creates a registry for people with lupus and their families. It helps researchers learn more about lupus and improve care. You or your child can join if you have a lupus diagnosis.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT06929169RecruitingPhase 2
SGLT2 inhibitor heart health study in dialysis patients
This study tests whether a medicine called an SGLT2 inhibitor (a type of diabetes drug also used for heart failure) affects the heart and blood vessels in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis. It will help doctors understand if this medicine is safe and helpful for dialysis patients.
Buenos Aires, Buenos AiresAges 18–70 - NCT06930690RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Dexamethasone for ureteral stent symptoms trial
This trial tests whether a single dose of dexamethasone, given before stent placement, can reduce pain, urgency, and discomfort caused by ureteral stents after kidney stone surgery. If you are having a stent placed during ureteroscopy, you may qualify.
Houston, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT06932042Recruiting
Protein-controlled diet for kidney disease management
This trial tests a low-protein diet (called PLADO) to help manage chronic kidney disease (CKD) stages 3–5. It aims to slow kidney decline and improve nutrition. You may join if your kidney function is stable and your blood sugar and blood pressure are under control.
BeirutAges 18 years+ - NCT06932458RecruitingPhase 2
Surgery for seminoma that has spread to lymph nodes
This trial tests if removing the involved lymph nodes in the abdomen (retroperitoneal lymph node dissection) is a good treatment for seminoma that has spread to a small number of lymph nodes. It may help patients avoid more chemotherapy or radiation.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06933108Recruiting
Predicting Nerve Damage with Simple Function Tests
This study looks at whether simple function tests can predict nerve damage in people with advanced kidney disease or diabetes. It aims to find early signs of nerve problems before they become serious.
Le MansAges 60–80 - NCT06933407Recruiting
Elasticity check of tissue under the urethra in women
This study uses a special ultrasound technique to compare the stiffness of tissue under the urethra in women with stress urinary incontinence (leaking urine when coughing, sneezing, or exercising) vs. continent women. It aims to help understand the role of tissue support in incontinence.
SzegedAges 18–99 - NCT06933472RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new phosphate binder for dialysis patients
This trial tests a new drug called AP301 to lower high phosphate levels in people on dialysis. It's designed to help control phosphate, which can be hard to manage with diet and current medications.
Granada Hills, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06934057RecruitingPhase 4
Cabozantinib and Nivolumab for older adults with kidney cancer
This trial is testing a combination of two drugs, cabozantinib and nivolumab, in people aged 70 or older who have advanced kidney cancer that hasn't been treated yet. The goal is to see if this combination works well and is safe for older patients.
AngersAges 70 years+ - NCT06935240Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for vaginal laxity
This study tests if a gentle electrical stimulation treatment can help women with vaginal laxity. The treatment is non-invasive and aims to improve muscle tone and sensation.
KonyaAges 18–65 - NCT06935786Recruiting
Sedentary lifestyle and health risks in kidney disease
This study looks at how a sedentary (mostly sitting or lying down) lifestyle affects people with advanced chronic kidney disease. It aims to see if being less active is linked to higher risks of death or major health problems.
PoriAges 40 years+
Common questions
- How many kidney & urinary clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,514 recruiting nephrology & urology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 7,211 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Kidney & urinary” cover here?
- Kidney disease and conditions of the bladder and urinary tract. We group each study into kidney & urinary based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a kidney & urinary trial near me?
- Use the search to filter kidney & urinary studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.