Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 to 80

Using advanced MRI techniques to evaluate diabetic kidney disease

Official title: the Value of Multimodal Magnetic Resonance Imaging in the Diagnosis and Treatment Monitoring of Diabetic Kidney Disease

Run by Shengjing Hospital · NCT06452862 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether advanced MRI scans can help doctors better diagnose and track kidney problems in people with diabetes without needing invasive tests.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
Enrollment150 (estimated)
SponsorShengjing Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Shenyang, Liaoning)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 6, 2024
Main results expectedJune 6, 2027
Study endsJune 6, 2028
Registry record updatedApril 13, 2026
Trial IDNCT06452862 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are diabetic patients without other diseases affecting renal function.

Probably not a fit

Patients with renal function damage from non-diabetic causes or those with significant organ dysfunction 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 investigates the effectiveness of multimodal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in diagnosing and monitoring diabetic kidney disease (DKD). It aims to establish a non-invasive method for assessing DKD progression by combining imaging techniques with biochemical indicators. Diabetic patients at various stages of DKD will undergo regular MRI examinations to explore the relationship between imaging findings and kidney function changes. The goal is to improve the accuracy of DKD diagnosis and treatment monitoring without the need for invasive procedures.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to more accurate and non-invasive diagnosis and monitoring of diabetic kidney disease.

How similar studies have gone: While multimodal MRI techniques have shown promise in other areas, this specific application in diabetic kidney disease is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Clinically diagnosed diabetic kidney disease (DKD)
* Age 18-80 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* Malignant tumor, active infection, or life expectancy \<1 year
* Pregnancy or lactation
* MRE contraindications (metal implants, claustrophobia, severe arrhythmia) or poor image quality
* eGFR \<15 mL/min/1.73m² or receiving renal replacement therapy
* Other primary kidney diseases or systemic diseases affecting renal function

Where it's running

  • Shengjing Hospital
    Shenyang, Liaoning, China
    Recruiting

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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.