Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Registering patients on peritoneal dialysis in China

Official title: Peritoneal Dialysis Registration System (PERSIST)

Run by Sun Yat-sen University · NCT02989298 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to gather information from patients on peritoneal dialysis in China to see how they are doing and improve their care.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment10000 (estimated)
SponsorSun Yat-sen University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
StatusRecruiting
StartedDecember 2013
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2030
Study endsDecember 31, 2030
Registry record updatedSeptember 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT02989298 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are patients diagnosed with end-stage renal disease who are currently receiving peritoneal dialysis.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are not receiving peritoneal dialysis or those with acute renal failure 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 study involves the registration of all patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis (PD) for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) at selected hospitals in China. It aims to develop a comprehensive database that collects demographic and clinical data, including patient characteristics, treatment details, and quality of life metrics. Patients will be followed up every three months to monitor various clinical outcomes such as survival rates, complications, and changes in kidney function. The collected data will be analyzed to improve understanding of PD outcomes and patient care.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the management and outcomes of patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success in using registries to improve patient outcomes in dialysis, indicating that this approach is promising.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:PD patients -

Exclusion Criteria:No

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Where it's running

  • The First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-sen University
    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Xueqing Yu, M.D. & Ph.D. — First Affiliated Hospital, Sun Yat-Sen University
  • Study coordinator: Xueqing Yu, M.D. & Ph.D.
  • Email: yuxq@mail.sysu.edu.cn
  • Phone: 8620-87766335

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.