Diet Modification for Chronic Kidney Disease

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byNand Wadwha, MD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Nand Wadhwa

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?This study aims to investigate the feasibility of increasing dietary consumption of a rich variety of fruits and vegetables (including those that are potassim-rich) in patients with chronic kidney disease through use of nutritional counselling and hyperkalemia management with patiromer

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for adults over 18 with chronic kidney disease (eGFR 15-44ml/min/1.73m2) and high potassium levels in their blood (≥5.0 mmol/L). They should be on stable doses of certain heart or blood pressure medicines for at least two weeks. People allergic to patiromer or already taking potassium controlling drugs can't join.

Inclusion Criteria

I am over 18 with chronic kidney disease and high potassium levels.

I have been on a stable dose of RASS inhibitors, beta-blockers, or diuretics for 2 weeks.

Diet evaluation for hyperkalemia (serum potassium ≥ 5.0) during the last 90 days

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Exclusion Criteria

Patients with a known allergy to patiromer

I am currently taking medication to control my potassium levels.

Participant Groups

The study tests if eating more fruits and vegetables, including those high in potassium, helps people with chronic kidney disease. It includes nutritional advice and managing high potassium levels using a drug called patiromer.

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: chronic kidney disease patientsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Evaluation of Increased fruits and vegetables consumption in chronic kidney disease patients maintaining normokalemia with patiromer