Reducing sympathetic activity in patients with chronic kidney disease and heart failure using ultrasound.

REducing Sympathetic Activity Through Ultrasound-based Renal deneRvation in Excessive Cardiovascular Risk populaTions - the RESURRECT Trial. A Pilot Proof-of-concept and Safety Study With the Paradise Denervation System

NA · Royal Perth Hospital · NCT05703620

This study is testing if a new ultrasound treatment that targets kidney nerves can help people with chronic kidney disease and heart failure feel better and improve their heart health.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment75 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 75 Years
SexAll
SponsorRoyal Perth Hospital (other)
Locations1 site (Perth, Western Australia)
Trial IDNCT05703620 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This pilot trial evaluates the effects of renal denervation using the Paradise denervation system in patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage renal disease (ESRD), and heart failure (HF). The study aims to assess the physiological response to this catheter-based ultrasound technique, which selectively targets renal nerves to potentially improve cardiovascular outcomes. By focusing on high-risk populations, the trial seeks to gather initial data that could support further randomized controlled trials in the future.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include males and females aged 18-75 with CKD stage 3a/b, ESRD on stable renal replacement therapy, or mild to moderate heart failure with reduced ejection fraction.

Not a fit: Patients with ineligible anatomy or those who have had prior treatments for hypertension with specific devices may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in patients with CKD, ESRD, and heart failure.

How similar studies have performed: While this approach is novel, there is evidence suggesting that targeting renal sympathetic nerve activity could improve cardiovascular outcomes, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Both Male and female patients
* Ages between 18-75 years of age
* Individual is competent and willing to provide written, informed consent to participate in this clinical study with either

  * CKD stage 3a/b or
  * ESRD on stable renal replacement therapy or
  * Mild to moderate heart failure with reduced ejection fraction

Exclusion Criteria:

* Ineligible anatomy
* Prior treatment with other devices for hypertension including but not limited to ROX Coupler (ROX Medical) , Mobius stent, and/or the CVRx (CVRx Inc) barostimulator device.
* Individual has experienced a myocardial infarction, unstable angina, or a cerebrovascular accident within 3 months of the screening visit.
* Documented history of chronic active inflammatory bowel disorders such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
* Individual has clinically significant cardiac structural valvular disease, unless corrected by a properly functional prosthetic valve
* Individual has been admitted for inpatient hospitalization for decompensated HF in the previous month
* Female participants of childbearing potential must have a negative pregnancy test prior to treatment.
* Individual has a known, unresolved history of drug use or alcohol dependency, lacks the ability to comprehend or follow instructions, or would be unlikely or unable to comply with study follow-up requirements.
* Individual is currently enrolled in another investigational drug or device trial. Note: For the purpose of this protocol, participants involved in extended follow-up trials for products that were investigational but are currently commercially available are not considered enrolled in an investigational trial.
* Individual has a disease or condition (aside from CKD, ESRD, and HFrEF) that may limit their life expectancy to \< 1 year.

Where this trial is running

Perth, Western Australia

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Chronic Kidney Diseases, Heart Failure, End Stage Renal Disease, Renal Denervation, Sympathetic Nervous System

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.