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ESRD clinical trials and research

As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 5 ESRD clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in United States (3), Canada (1), China (1)). By phase: Phase 2 (1), Phase 1/2 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.

Newest ESRD clinical trials

StudyPhaseWhereStatusRegistered
Canagliflozin to improve ultrafiltration and reduce peritoneal fibrosis in people on peritoneal dialysis Phase 2 Montreal, Quebec Recruiting Apr 6, 2025
Daily ergothioneine supplementation for people with kidney failure on dialysis — Palo Alto, California Recruiting Jul 5, 2024
Adding urea to the final dialysis fluid Phase 1/2 San Francisco, California Recruiting Apr 15, 2024
SelfWrap-Assisted Arteriovenous Fistulas for Chronic Kidney Disease — Bullhead City, Arizona and 27 other locations Recruiting Aug 21, 2023
Registering patients on peritoneal dialysis in China — Guangzhou, Guangdong Recruiting Dec 12, 2016

All recruiting trials (5)

Related topics

Arteriovenous FistulaCatheter ComplicationsChronic Kidney DiseasesCKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) Stage 5DEnd Stage Renal DiseaseHemodialysis Access FailureHyperkalemiaMetabolic AcidosisRenal FailureRenal InsufficiencyVascular Access Complication

Quick answers

How many ESRD clinical trials are recruiting right now?

5, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where are these trials running?

In 3 countries. The most sites are in United States (3 trials), Canada (1 trial), China (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.

What phases are they in?

Phase 2: 1, Phase 1/2: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.

How do I join one?

Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.

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Last reviewed 2026-11-12 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.