Dialysis Frequency for Older Adults

This study compares having dialysis twice a week versus three times a week. It looks at how each schedule affects your health and day-to-day quality of life, so you can understand which option might work best for you.

This study looks at whether having dialysis less often—such as once a week instead of three times—is just as good for older adults (70+) with kidney failure. It aims to reduce the burden of frequent treatments and improve quality of life.

This study tests whether starting dialysis at twice a week, instead of the usual three times, is safe and effective for people who still have some kidney function. If the kidneys still make urine and clear waste, being on dialysis less often may maintain that function longer.

This trial compares two types of dialysis (hemodiafiltration and standard hemodialysis) to see which works better for older adults with kidney failure. You may be eligible if you are over 84, have been on dialysis for at least 3 months, and are generally healthy enough to participate.

This trial studies whether starting hemodialysis in a gradual “step-up” way is safe and works well for adults who are newly starting maintenance dialysis for advanced kidney failure. If you qualify, you may be assigned to a specific dialysis start plan and be closely monitored.

This study compares starting hemodialysis two times per week versus three times per week for veterans in their first year of dialysis. It aims to see if a less frequent schedule can be just as safe and effective for those who still make urine.