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New treatment option for Chronic Kidney Disease (Stages 4 and 5)
Official title Probiotic and Prebiotic Supplementation in Peritoneal Dialysis Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07694791
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if synbiotics work to lower inflammation in adults with chronic kidney disease who are on peritoneal dialysis. Synbiotics are daily capsules that contain a mix of probiotics (good bacteria) and prebiotics (fiber that feeds good bacteria).
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.
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
- Patients aged 18 years or older.
- Patients diagnosed with kidney disease who have been receiving peritoneal dialysis at home for at least 1 month.
You likely can't join if
- Patients who are unable to eat or receive food through a feeding tube.
- Patients who have taken prebiotics or probiotics (supplements that support gut health) in the month before the study starts.
- Patients who used antibiotics in the month before the study starts.
- Patients who cannot attend the scheduled follow-up visits (missing the second follow-up appointment will result in being removed from the study).
- Note on non-adherence and withdrawal: Patients who are unable to take their assigned capsules regularly (taking less than 80% of the total capsules...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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 Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. 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.