DIVINE: Dialysis Infection and Vitamin D In New England
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2014-10-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Infection is the second-leading cause of death in individuals requiring dialysis treatment
for kidney failure. New research suggests the high risk of infection may be due in part to
low levels of vitamin D, which are extremely common in kidney disease. This study is designed
to determine safe and effective ways to raise vitamin D levels while monitoring effects on
the immune system.
Phase:
N/A
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Massachusetts General Hospital
Collaborator:
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)