Chronic Kidney Diseases study: ODYSSEE-KH
Official title ODYSSEE Kidney Health Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06274710
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see if an online counseling program for kidney self‑care and treatment education leads to more people using home dialysis or getting a transplant, and improves health outcomes.
- Who it's for
- Adults 18 years or older who have chronic kidney disease and are being treated at participating hospitals.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive a weekly email with a password‑protected link to an online program. One group gets detailed self‑care and treatment education, the other gets standard kidney education. They will complete questionnaires at the start, 6 months, 12 months, and at the study’s end.
- Time commitment
- The trial lasts about 12 to 27 months, with study visits or assessments at baseline, month 6, month 12, and the final visit.
- Time commitment: about 27 months
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
- CKD patients who are at least 18 years old, that have a greater than a 10% risk of requiring dialysis within 2 years, using the 4-variable 2-year...
- Confirmation from a referring nephrologist that the CKD has been stable for at least 1 month at the time of enrollment
- Oral and written comprehension of English or French
- Informed written consent
- At least a basic level of self-reported computer literacy
You likely can't join if
- Previous kidney transplant or waitlisted for organ transplant at the time of enrollment
- Severe co-morbidities that prohibit full participation (e.g., dementia, clinically severe depression)
- Diagnosis of a medical condition for which the life expectancy is less than 2 years.
See the full eligibility criteria
- CKD patients who are at least 18 years old, that have a greater than a 10% risk of requiring dialysis within 2 years, using the 4-variable 2-year Kidney Failure Risk Equation,1,2 and are registered in a nephrology...
- Confirmation from a referring nephrologist that the CKD has been stable for at least 1 month at the time of enrollment
- Oral and written comprehension of English or French
- Informed written consent
- At least a basic level of self-reported computer literacy
- Access to the internet and a computer
- Previous kidney transplant or waitlisted for organ transplant at the time of enrollment
- Severe co-morbidities that prohibit full participation (e.g., dementia, clinically severe depression)
- Diagnosis of a medical condition for which the life expectancy is less than 2 years.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Compensation & support
A stipend or payment for your time may be offered.
No amount is published here because ClinicalTrials.gov has no reliable field for payment or travel support. Ask the study team what's actually covered (payment for your time, travel, parking, or other study costs), and never join a trial for the compensation alone.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team, so confirm the details with them.
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, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The study runs about 27 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you 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?
This study is enrolling now at Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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