Nephrology & urology
Kidney & urinary clinical trials
Kidney disease and conditions of the bladder and urinary tract. We’re tracking 4,391 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable2,721
- Phase 2568
- Phase 1363
- Phase 3265
- Phase 1/Phase 2227
- Phase 4192
- Phase 2/Phase 355
Top conditions
- Prostate Cancer645
- Bladder Cancer186
- Acute Kidney Injury134
- Chronic Kidney Diseases122
- Chronic Kidney Disease107
- Breast Cancer104
- Renal Cell Carcinoma80
- Urinary Incontinence60
- Kidney Cancer59
- Colorectal Cancer58
- Ovarian Cancer56
- Lung Cancer51
- Cancer48
- Lupus Nephritis48
- Melanoma47
- Head and Neck Cancer46
- Metastatic Prostate Cancer46
- Hypertension45
Leading sponsors
- Mayo Clinic64
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)48
- Peking University First Hospital39
- M.D. Anderson Cancer Center36
- Chinese University of Hong Kong35
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals33
- AstraZeneca29
- IRCCS Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Bologna29
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center29
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris27
Where studies are running
- California358
- Arizona109
- Alabama107
- New York96
- Florida93
- Maryland91
- Texas91
- Massachusetts88
- Illinois66
- Minnesota50
Recruiting studies4,391 total
- NCT02235857Recruiting
Device treatment study for children with focal segmental kidney scarring
This trial studies a medical device (the Liposorber LA-15) in children with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a kidney condition that can cause heavy protein loss in the urine. It may help by improving disease control when standard treatments have not worked, were hard to tolerate, or can’t be used.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges Up to 21 years - NCT02609269Enrolling by invitation
Study using your Decipher genetic test results
This study uses the Decipher genetic test results you already had to help researchers learn how to improve cancer care. You may be included simply because you previously completed that specific test.
Ages Any age - NCT01492972RecruitingPhase 3
Lighter radiation, with or without hormone suppression
This Phase 3 trial tests whether giving a smaller amount of radiation (“hypo-fractionated” means fewer, larger sessions) can work as well as standard approaches for intermediate-risk prostate cancer. It also compares adding hormone therapy (“androgen suppression”) to radiation versus using radiation alone.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT01834001Recruiting
MRI checks how prostate cancer responds to radiation
This study uses MRI scans to see how prostate cancer changes after radiation treatment, especially in the local (prostate-area) response. It may help doctors better judge treatment effectiveness and plan care more precisely.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT01441089Recruiting
Donate blood for genetic testing in an NIH research study
This study collects blood from people already in an NIH (National Institutes of Health) clinical research program to run genetic tests. It may help researchers understand cancer and related inherited conditions by studying DNA changes.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3 years+ - NCT02016248Recruiting
Radiation “boost” for higher-risk prostate cancer
This trial studies whether adding a stronger “boost” dose of targeted radiation (SBRT) can better control higher-risk prostate cancer. It may help by increasing radiation coverage to the prostate while trying to limit treatment to surrounding areas.
Fountain Valley, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT01401998Recruiting
Study collecting information from people with ARPKD
This study looks at medical records, imaging, and genetic testing for people with autosomal recessive polycystic kidney disease (ARPKD). It may help researchers better understand the condition and how it affects the liver and kidneys.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Up to 18 years - NCT01727284Enrolling by invitation
Freezing treatment for prostate cancer that has come back
This trial tests a treatment that uses extreme cold to freeze and destroy cancer cells that have returned in the prostate area after radiation or surgery. It might help people who cannot have more surgery or radiation.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 30–100 - NCT01953263RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Muscle fragment treatment trial for urinary incontinence
This early-phase trial tests a treatment made from muscle fragments to improve urinary incontinence caused by weakness of the urethral “sphincter” (the valve that holds urine). It may help people with certain types of incontinence, but it also requires meeting several bladder and health criteria for safety.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 18–75 - NCT02064673RecruitingPhase 3
Adjuvant curcumin after prostate surgery to prevent cancer return
This Phase 3 trial studies whether taking curcumin (a supplement made from turmeric) after radical prostatectomy can help keep prostate cancer from coming back. Participants are men with low-risk, surgery-only disease and undetectable PSA, and the study checks recurrence-free survival over time.
Dallas, TexasAges 30–80 - NCT01644903Recruiting
Checking biomarkers after a liver transplant
This study follows people who are getting a liver transplant (including repeat transplants) to monitor changes in their body using test results. It may help doctors understand how patients are doing after transplant and improve care over time.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT02087852Recruiting
Kidney cancer DNA registry for patients and family
This study collects DNA from adults with kidney cancer (or suspected kidney cancer), plus DNA from some family members and healthy controls. It helps researchers understand whether certain genetic changes might be linked to kidney cancer risk.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT02000895Recruiting
Studying birth factors in preterm and term mother-infant pairs
This study looks at how biological factors at birth differ between preterm and term babies, and how they relate to the mother and baby together. It may help doctors better understand early-life influences for newborn care.
Miami, FloridaAges Up to 10 years - NCT01893710Recruiting
Collecting children and adult belly fluid and tissue for kidney care research
This study collects samples from the belly (related to the peritoneal lining) to build a “biobank” for future research. It may help patients and families by improving understanding of kidney disease and kidney dialysis-related health issues.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1 day–90 years - NCT02132741Recruiting
Eye imaging study in people with kidney disease
This study uses a painless eye scan to learn more about how kidney disease may be linked to eye changes. It may help improve understanding and future care for people with chronic kidney disease and/or high blood pressure.
Edinburgh, MidlothianAges 18–80 - NCT01668186Recruiting
Study of how peroxisome disorders change over time
This study follows people with peroxisome biogenesis disorders (PBD) or closely related enzyme/protein defects to learn how symptoms and health changes over time. It may help researchers better understand the condition and plan future treatments.
Montreal, QuebecAges Any age - NCT02012699Recruiting
Cancer registry for people with or at risk of cancer
This trial collects health information and samples (a “cancer repository”) to help researchers study cancer and cancer risk. You may be able to join if you’ve had cancer before or if you’re at higher risk or have concerning findings.
Greenwood Village, ColoradoAges 19–110 - NCT02026388Recruiting
Kidney stone DNA and tissue sample biobank study
This study collects and stores donated samples (like blood, urine, and tissue) from people with certain rare inherited kidney stone conditions. The goal is to build a resource for future research that could help improve diagnosis and treatment.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges Any age - NCT02099734Recruiting
DNA registry for germ cell and testicular tumors
This study collects DNA and medical information to better understand germ cell and testicular tumors and possible inherited genetic causes. It may help researchers sort out how genetic changes relate to these cancers, even if you’re not receiving a new drug.
Basking Ridge, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT00969111Recruiting
Radiation after prostate surgery for prostate cancer without nodal spread
This trial looks at radiation therapy given after prostate surgery (or if needed later) for prostate cancer where lymph nodes were not involved. It may help patients whose PSA rises or who need additional treatment to reduce the chance the cancer comes back.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT01050504Recruiting
Donate blood and tissue to study recurrent or metastatic cancers
This study collects and studies blood and, when possible, small tissue samples from people with prostate or bladder/urothelial cancer that has come back or spread. The goal is to better understand these cancers and support future research that may lead to better care.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT00756665Recruiting
Study of careful monitoring for prostate cancer
This study follows people with early-stage prostate cancer who choose active surveillance instead of immediate treatment. It aims to see how monitoring with repeat prostate biopsies and follow-up works over time.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT00499317Recruiting
Genetic study of chronic pelvic pain and bladder symptoms
This study looks for genetic (inherited) factors behind chronic pelvic pain and related urinary and sexual symptoms. You may be able to help researchers by providing a few samples and answering short questions, which could improve understanding of these conditions.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT00588562Recruiting
Registry for inherited rare kidney stone disorders
This registry collects information from people with certain inherited rare kidney stone conditions. It helps researchers learn about the conditions and supports future studies that may improve care.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges birth–100 years
Common questions
- How many kidney & urinary clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 4,391 recruiting nephrology & urology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 6,874 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.