Health checks for diabetes, blood pressure, and kidney health in Indigenous communities.
Official title: Optimal Approaches to Chronic Kidney Disease Case Finding in Indigenous Communities
Run by University of Manitoba · NCT03595267 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing health checks for diabetes, blood pressure, and kidney health in Indigenous communities to see if it can help identify people at risk for kidney disease and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 10 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 2500 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Manitoba Academic / other |
| Locations | 3 sites (Calgary, Alberta and 2 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 1, 2019 |
| Main results expected | September 2025 |
| Study ends | December 2025 |
| Registry record updated | June 11, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT03595267 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study include Indigenous individuals aged 10 to 80 years living in rural and remote communities, regardless of their known risk factors for CKD.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are outside the age range of 10 to 80 years or those not residing in rural and remote Indigenous communities may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This project aims to conduct point-of-care testing for chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its risk factors, such as diabetes and hypertension, in rural and remote Indigenous communities across Canada. By providing immediate health assessments and tailored treatment plans, the study seeks to identify individuals at high risk for CKD and develop a permanent surveillance system for kidney health in these populations. The initiative addresses the significant health disparities faced by Indigenous peoples, particularly in areas with limited access to healthcare services.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this initiative could significantly reduce the incidence of chronic kidney disease and kidney failure among Indigenous populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that targeted screening in high-risk populations can be cost-effective and beneficial, indicating a promising approach for this initiative.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * All individuals aged 10 years old - 80 years old will be recruited for screening, regardless of known CKD risk factors, such as diabetes, elevated blood pressure, or family history of kidney disease. Exclusion Criteria: * None.
Where it's running
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Alberta Health Services
Calgary, Alberta, Canada Recruiting -
First Nations Research and Knowledge Exchange
West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Recruiting -
Chronic Disease Innovation Centre
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Enrolling by invitation
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Paul Komenda, MD MHA — University of Manitoba
- Study coordinator: Maria James, MSc
- Email: mjames4@sogh.mb.ca
- Phone: 2049513040
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.