Xeltis Hemodialysis Access conduit for patients with end-stage renal disease
Official title: Prospective, Non-randomized Feasibility Study to Confirm the Safety and Performance of the Xeltis Hemodialysis Access Conduit: aXess-E Study
Run by Xeltis · NCT06329310 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new device called the Xeltis Hemodialysis Access conduit to see if it can safely help adults with end-stage kidney disease get better access for their hemodialysis treatment.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 20 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Xeltis Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 2 sites (Lisbon and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | December 16, 2024 |
| Main results expected | July 2027 |
| Study ends | December 2028 |
| Registry record updated | July 29, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06329310 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old with end-stage renal disease requiring an Arteriovenous Graft for hemodialysis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with severe cardiac disease, uncontrolled diabetes, or significant blood abnormalities 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 evaluates the safety and performance of the Xeltis Hemodialysis Access conduit, known as aXess-E, in adults with end-stage renal disease who require an Arteriovenous Graft for hemodialysis. It is a prospective, single-arm, non-randomized feasibility study that aims to confirm the conduit’s effectiveness in facilitating hemodialysis access. Participants will be monitored for at least six months following the placement of the conduit to assess its performance and safety.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a safer and more effective method for hemodialysis access in patients with end-stage renal disease.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach is innovative, it is not clear if similar studies have shown success, as this specific conduit has not been widely tested in prior research.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Subjects with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) who require placement of an Arteriovenous Graft (AVG) in the upper extremity to start or maintain hemodialysis therapy 2. At least 18 years of age at screening 3. Suitable anatomy (e.g. a target vein with a minimum diameter of 5mm) for the implantation of an aXess-E conduit 4. The patient has been informed about the nature of the study, understands and agrees to its provisions, and has personally provided written informed consent 5. The patient has been informed and agrees to pre- and post- procedure follow-up 6. Life expectancy of at least 12 months Exclusion Criteria: 1. History or evidence of severe cardiac disease (New York Heart Association (NYHA) Functional Class IV and/or Ejection Fraction (EF) \<25%), myocardial infarction within six months of study enrolment, ventricular tachyarrhythmias requiring continuing treatment, or unstable angina 2. Uncontrolled or poorly controlled diabetes 3. Abnormal blood values that could influence patient recovery and or/ conduit hemostasis 4. Reduced liver function, defined as: \>2x the upper limit of normal for serum bilirubin, International Normalized Ratio (INR) \>1.5 or prothrombin time (PT) \>18 seconds 5. Any active local or systemic infection 6. Known heparin-induced thrombocytopenia 7. Known active bleeding disorder and/or any coagulopathy or thromboembolic disease 8. Allergies to study device (nitinol) or agents/medication, such as contrast agents or aspirin, that can't be controlled medically 9. Anticipated renal transplant within 6 months 10. Known or suspected central vein obstruction on the side of planned conduit implantation 11. Previous dialysis access conduit in the operative limb unless the aXess-E conduit can be placed more proximally than the previous failed conduit 12. Previous enrolment in this study 13. Subject is participating in another study 14. Pregnant or breastfeeding woman or woman in fertile period not taking adequate contraceptives 15. Any other condition which, in the judgement of the investigator would preclude adequate evaluation for the safety and performance of the study conduit Intra-operative exclusion criteria: 1\. Unsuitable anatomy to implant the aXess-E conduit (e.g. target vein and/or artery diameter smaller than anticipated; severe calcification)
Where it's running
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Hospital de Santa Maria
Lisbon, Portugal Recruiting -
Kliničko bolnički centar Zvezdara Klinika za Interne Bolesti
Belgrade, Serbia Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Eliane Schutte
- Email: clinical@xeltis.com
- Phone: +31 40 751 7614
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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.