MRI study of brain salt buildup in people on dialysis
Part of Kidney & urinary clinical trials.
This study looks at whether salt (sodium) builds up in the brain in people with kidney failure who are on long-term dialysis. It uses MRI scans to better understand what’s happening in the brain and may help guide future care.
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Who can take part
- Be between 50 and 75 years old
- Have kidney failure at stage 5 and be on regular (chronic) dialysis
- Have been dependent on dialysis for at least 3 months
- Be able to follow simple instructions in English and understand the study
- Be able to have an MRI scan safely (no serious MRI contraindications like severe claustrophobia or certain implants)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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