Clinical trial 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
- This study is testing whether a monthly symptom report helps doctors care for you better. It also looks at how well this new method works in real clinics.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have advanced chronic kidney disease (stages 4 or 5).
- What's involved
- You would fill out a short online form about your symptoms every month. Your doctor would see your answers and follow up with you.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts for 12 months and involves monthly check-ins.
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 is enrolling
- 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, but 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?
This study is enrolling now at Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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