Plain-English translation of NCT06410144 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether a special education and support program—called CKD-EDU—can help older adults with advanced kidney disease make better decisions about their treatment. The program focuses on palliative care, which means treating symptoms and honoring what matters most to you, not just offering dialysis as the only option. Researchers want to see if this approach helps patients understand all their choices, including conservative kidney management, and feel more confident talking with their doctors.
Many older adults with advanced kidney disease feel overwhelmed and don't have clear information about all their options. Right now, dialysis is often presented as the default treatment without fully discussing what patients really want or need. This trial exists to create a better way—one that integrates compassionate, palliative care into kidney treatment planning so patients can make choices that fit their lives.
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You would be placed into one of two groups: one that receives kidney therapy education and support from a kidney therapy educator, or one that receives a palliative care-based education and support program designed to help you think through your kidney treatment options. You would meet with your assigned educator, who would help you understand what dialysis and other treatments mean for your life, and support you in having conversations with your kidney doctor about what matters most to you. The study involves filling out surveys and participating in discussions about your preferences and concerns.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 9, 2026 · Not medical advice
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