Kidney failure, weight loss, and gut health study
Part of Kidney & urinary, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how gut bacteria might affect weight loss in people with kidney failure who are on dialysis. It may help find new ways to prevent or treat weight loss in this condition.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have kidney failure (stage 5) and have been on dialysis for at least 3 months.
- You understand the study procedures and can follow the study plan.
- You have not taken antibiotics in the last month.
- You have not had gastrointestinal surgery, a colonoscopy, or probiotics in the last 3 months.
- You are not pregnant, do not have active cancer, and do not have certain digestive or hormone conditions.
Quick eligibility check
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