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
- NCT07485075Recruiting
Digital support to cut salt intake for kidney disease
This trial tests a digital program to help people with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease reduce the salt in their diet. The goal is to see if online support can help protect the kidneys and heart.
Herlev, Captial Region of DenmarkAges 18–74 - NCT07473323RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for healthy adults and those with diabetic kidney disease
This trial tests a new medication called MTX-439. It includes healthy adults and people with diabetic kidney disease to see if the drug is safe and to learn how the body handles it.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT06202820Recruiting
Heart health monitoring for men on hormone therapy
This study checks how men starting hormone therapy (ADT) for prostate cancer are doing with their heart health. It offers follow-up visits at the cancer center to track blood pressure and lab results, with the goal of catching any heart-related issues early.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06396416RecruitingPhase 4
Obesity management after kidney transplant
This study tests whether a weight loss medication (semaglutide) can help manage obesity in people who have had a kidney transplant or are at high risk. It aims to improve health outcomes and prevent further kidney decline.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06712823RecruitingPhase 2
Long-term safety study of atumelnant for adrenal hyperplasia
This study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of the study drug atumelnant for people with congenital adrenal hyperplasia. It is for those who have already completed a previous atumelnant study and may benefit from continuing treatment.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 16–74 - NCT03246802Recruiting
HDR brachytherapy for prostate cancer that returned after prior radiation
This trial studies a targeted, high-dose form of radiation (HDR brachytherapy) for prostate cancer that has come back after earlier radiation treatment. It aims to treat a limited (one-area) recurrence while trying to avoid serious late side effects from repeat radiation.
Kelowna, British ColumbiaAges 45 years+ - NCT05993546Recruiting
Comparing two sheath types for mini kidney stone surgery
This study compares two types of sheaths (tubes) used during a small-incision kidney stone surgery. The goal is to see if a vacuum-assisted sheath works better than the standard one to remove stones.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07672860RecruitingPhase 2
UDCA to protect kidneys during partial nephrectomy
This clinical trial is testing whether a medicine called ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) can help protect the kidneys during partial nephrectomy (removing only the tumor while keeping the healthy part of the kidney). It is for people with early-stage kidney tumors who will have temporary interruption of blood flow to the kidney during surgery.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–75 - NCT07223385RecruitingPhase 2
Heart health check for prostate cancer patients on ARPI therapy
This trial is for men with advanced prostate cancer who are taking ARPI therapy. It offers a special heart health consultation to help manage the increased heart risk that can come with these powerful cancer treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 45 years+ - NCT06600412RecruitingPhase 2
Testing R3R01 for protein in urine from diabetic kidney disease
This trial tests if a new drug, R3R01, can help reduce protein leaking into the urine in people with diabetic kidney disease. It may offer a new option for managing kidney health.
Copenhagen, CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT07327489Recruiting
Live tumor biopsy study to predict immunotherapy response
This trial studies how well immunotherapy might work by analyzing fresh tumor biopsies. It may help predict which treatments are best for your cancer.
Fort Smith, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07673016Recruiting
Collecting urine to test a new bladder cancer detection method
This study collects urine samples to test UroAmp, a new genetic test that may help detect and monitor bladder cancer. It is for people with bladder cancer or blood in urine who want to help improve cancer detection.
Oceanside, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07666711Recruiting
Kidney biomarker study for lupus patients
This study aims to find better ways to detect kidney problems in people with lupus by testing blood and urine samples. If you have lupus, you may help researchers improve how kidney disease is diagnosed and monitored.
Oslo, OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT07272720Recruiting
Shock wave study for single kidney stones (6-15 mm)
This trial tests a new shock wave device to break apart a single kidney stone. It may be a good option if you have one stone between 6 and 15 mm that is not too hard or too far from the skin.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT06940648Enrolling by invitation
Bladder lesion removal with a new surgical tool
This trial tests a new tool to remove bladder lesions through the urethra. If you have a small bladder lesion that needs to be removed, this study may be an option.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 22 years+ - NCT07673822Enrolling by invitation
Heart, kidney, and metabolic disease study in Korea
This study looks at how common heart, kidney, and metabolic problems are in Korea by using health insurance records. It will help doctors understand how often these conditions happen together.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT07554469Recruiting
Study of Finerenone for Kidney Disease in Type 2 Diabetes
This observational study tracks how well finerenone (a kidney-protective medication) works in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease in Spain. Researchers will measure changes in kidney function and disease risk over time to better understand the medication's real-world benefits.
Multiple LocationsAges 18 years+ - NCT07489534RecruitingPhase 2
CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma with kidney problems
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (CAR-T cells) for people with multiple myeloma who also have kidney problems. It aims to see if this treatment can help keep the cancer in remission after initial therapy.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 14 years+ - NCT07489794Recruiting
Bladder Control and Pelvic Floor in MS
This study looks at how multiple sclerosis (MS) affects bladder control and pelvic floor muscles. It may help find better ways to manage urinary incontinence (leaking urine) in women with MS.
IstanbulAges 30–50 - NCT07491042Recruiting
A study of SGLT2 inhibitors for people on peritoneal dialysis
This study tests whether a type of diabetes medicine called SGLT2 inhibitors (which help lower blood sugar and protect the kidneys) can benefit people who are on chronic peritoneal dialysis. You may be able to join if you are 13 or older, have some urine output, and do not have certain other health issues.
NizwaAges 13 years+ - NCT07491198Recruiting
Head-Down Position and Eye Pressure in Prostate Surgery
This study looks at how the steep head-down position (Trendelenburg) and gas inflation during robot-assisted prostate surgery affect the sheath around the optic nerve. It aims to understand eye pressure changes to improve safety.
IzmirAges 18 years+ - NCT07491900RecruitingPhase 1
Study of HB2198 for lupus with moderate to severe symptoms
This trial tests a new drug called HB2198 to see if it can help people with moderate to severe lupus. It may be an option for those whose current treatments haven't worked well enough.
BrisbaneAges 18–65 - NCT07492147Recruiting
Negative pressure suction for kidney stone surgery
This trial tests if using negative pressure suction during ureteroscopy can reduce fluid absorption and infections. It may help people undergoing kidney stone surgery.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 18 years+ - NCT07492511Recruiting
Ultrasound patterns in kidney and liver after trauma
This trial uses special ultrasound (Doppler) to look at blood flow in the kidneys and liver after a serious injury. It aims to find patterns that could help doctors better understand and treat trauma patients.
BolognaAges 18–65
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.