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Caloric Restriction for Polycystic Kidney Disease

Aurora, CO
N/A
Recruiting
Led By Kristen Nowak, PhD, MPH
Research Sponsored by University of Colorado, Denver
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
18-65 years of age
Total kidney volume (htTKV) > 600 mL, calculated from a previous kidney ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging performed within the last 12 months
Must not have
Diabetes mellitus
Untreated dyslipidemia
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline, 1-, 6-, 12-, and 24-months
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial will determine whether a weight loss intervention can slow kidney growth in adults with a certain kidney disease.

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Who is the study for?
Adults aged 18-65 with autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD), overweight or obese, and not currently in weight loss programs can join. They must have internet for video chats, no recent smoking or major surgeries, and their kidneys should be functioning above a certain level.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial is testing if eating fewer calories each day helps slow down kidney growth in overweight ADPKD patients compared to standard advice. It includes checking belly fat by MRI and analyzing blood and fat samples for biological changes.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects are not specified but may include typical reactions to dietary changes such as fatigue, hunger, mood swings, or digestive discomfort due to caloric restriction.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am between 18 and 65 years old.
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My kidneys are larger than normal, as shown by a recent scan.
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My BMI is between 25 and 45.
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I won't travel for more than 2 weeks without internet for the next year.
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My kidney function is at a safe level for the trial.
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Exclusion Criteria

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I have diabetes.
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I have untreated high cholesterol.
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My heart's rhythm is irregular or I have a serious heart condition.
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I do not have heart or blood vessel diseases, nor do I experience chest pain, shortness of breath with little effort, or fainting.
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I have been diagnosed with an eating disorder such as anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating.
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Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline, 1-, 6-, 12-, and 24-months
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and baseline, 1-, 6-, 12-, and 24-months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary study objectives
Change in height-Adjusted Total kidney volume
Secondary study objectives
Change in C-reactive protein (circulating)
Change in abdominal adiposity
Change in adiponectin (adipose tissue)
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Other study objectives
Adherence
Change in dietary Energy Intake
Change in free-living physical activity
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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Standard Advice ControlExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
The standard advice control group will receive an initial consultation with a registered dietician regarding current clinical recommendations for ADPKD without subsequent counseling sessions.
Group II: Daily Caloric RestrictionExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
The daily caloric restriction group will participate in a 2-year, group-based, behavioral weight loss intervention based on a 30% reduction in caloric intake and increased physical activity.

Find a Location

Closest Location:University of Colorado - Anschutz Medical Campus· Aurora, CO

Who is running the clinical trial?

Mayo ClinicOTHER
3,422 Previous Clinical Trials
3,222,381 Total Patients Enrolled
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)NIH
2,509 Previous Clinical Trials
4,366,072 Total Patients Enrolled
University of Colorado, DenverLead Sponsor
1,841 Previous Clinical Trials
3,028,145 Total Patients Enrolled
Kristen Nowak, PhD, MPHPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of Colorado, Denver
1 Previous Clinical Trials
108 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Daily caloric restriction Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04907799 — N/A
Polycystic Kidney Disease Research Study Groups: Daily Caloric Restriction, Standard Advice Control
Polycystic Kidney Disease Clinical Trial 2023: Daily caloric restriction Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04907799 — N/A
Daily caloric restriction 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04907799 — N/A
~34 spots leftby Jul 2026