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New treatment option for Chronic Kidney Disease (Stages 4 and 5)
Official title Symptom Monitoring With Supported Feedback in Advanced Chronic Kidney Disease
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07186218
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) are validated tools to reliably measure outcomes highly prioritized by patients, such as health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and symptoms, but the current clinical impact of PROMs is limited by a lack of evidence-based methods to incorporate them into routine care. Symptoms, which are highly prevalent among persons living with chronic kidney disease (CKD), substantially contribute to the reduced HRQOL experienced by this patient population.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adults (age ≥ 18 years)
- Advanced CKD, defined as at least two measurements of creatinine-based or cystatin C-based eGFR ≤ 30 mL/min/1.73m2 separated by at least 90 days in...
- Able to provide consent to participate in the study
- Able to read and write in English
- Under the care of a nephrologist at a Mass General Brigham nephrology clinic
You likely can't join if
- Terminal illness likely to lead to death within 6 months of participation
- Patients receiving dialysis treatment at the time of enrollment or scheduled to start dialysis therapy in the next 4 weeks
- Patients scheduled to receive a kidney transplant in the next 6 months
- Patients having their initial clinic visit (i.e., new to the clinic)
- Cognitive deficits that would preclude understanding of consent form and/or questionnaires
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.