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Emotion and Cognitive Function and Brain Imaging Change in HD Patients

China200 participantsStarted 2021-10-01

Plain-language summary

1. Observe the influence of entering hemodialysis treatment on the emotional and cognitive functions of ESRD patients. 2. Observe the influence of entering hemodialysis treatment on the brain structure imaging of ESRD patients. 3. Analyze and study the relevant clinical risk factors of the above-mentioned effects, and find targets for therapeutic intervention.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who are new to hemodialysis treatment, and those who are on regular hemodialysis treatment for ≥6 months. * Age ≥ 18 years old. Exclusion Criteria: * There was already a severe central nervous system disease before dialysis. * Hearing and visual impairment cannot communicate or cooperate. * Mental illness and incapacity. * The magnetic resonance examination could not be completed for various reasons. * Life expectancy with serious diseases is less than 6 months.

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Appears obvious emotional and cognitive decline, or abnormal head MRI

Timeframe: 2 years

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05137470

SponsorBeijing Friendship Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2025-12-31

Contact for this trial

XU LIU, master

+86-010-63138579 liuxu_000@sina.com

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