Vitamin D in dialysis patients
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Hormones & metabolism, Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial checks if measuring vitamin D in dialysis patients can lead to better treatment, then gives vitamin D supplements to those who are low. It may help improve your bone and heart health.
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Who can take part
- You have stage 5 chronic kidney disease and are on dialysis for at least 3 months.
- Your vitamin D level is low (below 30 ng/mL).
- You are not taking a calcimimetic drug (like Sensipar).
- You are not taking an active form of vitamin D (like calcitriol).
- You have not had your parathyroid glands removed or both kidneys removed.
- You are not taking corticosteroids by mouth or IV.
Quick eligibility check
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