Investigating causes and outcomes of acute kidney injury

The Study of Etiology, Epidemiology and Prognostic Factors of Acute Kidney Injury

Observational Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University · NCT02967263

This study looks at what causes acute kidney injury and how different health factors affect recovery and outcomes for patients with this condition.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment713 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 89 Years
SexAll
SponsorShanghai Ninth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai)
Trial IDNCT02967263 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to explore the causes and epidemiology of acute kidney injury (AKI) by identifying associated risk factors and their impact on patient prognosis. It focuses on the relationship between protein-energy wasting, serum nutritional variables, and various uremic toxins in AKI patients. The study will also evaluate the role of mineral bone disorders and other mortality risk factors in predicting outcomes for individuals diagnosed with AKI. By analyzing these factors, the research seeks to enhance understanding of AKI and improve patient management.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 88 who have been clinically diagnosed with acute kidney injury according to KDIGO criteria.

Not a fit: Patients with preexisting chronic kidney failure, known acute renal dysfunction, or those who have been hospitalized for less than 24 hours may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better prognostic tools and treatment strategies for patients with acute kidney injury.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored similar risk factors in AKI, but this specific approach focusing on nutritional variables and uremic toxins is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* age \>=18 years and \<= 88 years
* clinically diagnosed with acute kidney injury, according KDIGO criteria.

Exclusion Criteria:

* preexisting chronic kidney failure (defined as an eGFR \<60 ml/min per 1.73 m2)
* post-renal obstruction or rapid progressive glomerulonephritis as the main cause of AKI
* known acute renal dysfunction
* hospital stays \<24 hours
* malignancy

Where this trial is running

Shanghai, Shanghai

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Acute Kidney InjuryProteinosisEpidemiologyRisk factors
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.