Better fluid management for hemodialysis patients using blood pressure patterns

This trial is testing a new way to manage fluid removal during hemodialysis treatments for people with kidney failure. Instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach, researchers want to personalize how much fluid is removed from each patient based on their unique blood pressure patterns during dialysis. The goal is to better control blood pressure, remove excess fluid safely, and reduce dangerous drops in blood pressure that can happen during treatment.

Veterans on hemodialysis have very high rates of heart disease and death, often due to having too much fluid in their bodies. Currently, doctors use trial-and-error to figure out how much fluid to remove, which can be risky. This trial exists to develop a more precise, personalized approach that removes the right amount of fluid for each individual patient while keeping them safe.