Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) has emerged as one of the most prominent causes of death and suffering in the 21st century. Due in part to the rise in risk factors, such as high blood pressure and diabetes mellitus, the number of patients affected by CKD has also been increasing, affecting an estimated 843.6 million individuals worldwide.
The most feared complication of CKD is dialysis. In the USA, minority populations are more likely to be afflicted by CKD as they are more likely to have diabetes, high blood pressure, and obesity. CKD can also be a silent disease leaving half the patients affected not even aware they have kidney disease until they are faced with impending dialysis.
It is very important that CKD is identified, monitored, and treated. The diagnosis of CKD is made by a simple blood test called creatinine to estimate the function of the kidney called glomerular filtration rate (GFR) or by testing urine for the presence of albumin or protein. If you have diabetes and/or hypertension, you likely have CKD. Ask your health care professional if you have CKD defined as a GFR < 60 or a creatinine > 1.5 or the presence of excessive protein in the urine. These tests are routinely performed, and you need to know.
THERE IS HOPE!
National Heart Institute, a center of excellence for clinical trials and research, has been selected as a site for the CLARION-CKD Trial. We are evaluating a medication called Ocedurenone in patients with more chronic severe kidney disease, some likely to be on dialysis within a year or two. This medicine has special effects that reduce inflammation and scarring of the kidney with the hope of slowing the progression to dialysis.
If you have a GFR between 15-45 or have a creatinine blood test results greater than 1.5 mg/dl, have an elevated blood pressure greater than 140 mm Hg while taking medication including a diuretic (HCTZ, Chlorthaldione, Furosemeide, or Torsemdie) and have no issues with elevated potassium levels on blood tests, you will likely be eligible for this important clinical trial.
- NHI clinical trials are FREE
- No insurance is required
- You may be paid for participation
- Assistance with transportation to NHI may be provided
To find out if you can qualify or for more information, please contact the NHI Research Team by providing the information below or contact us at info@nationalheartinstitute.org.