NCT06618859

Brief Summary

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects approximately 12 to 15% of adults worldwide, with an increasing incidence expected. Major causes include diabetic nephropathy, hypertension, and various glomerulonephritis. Proteinuria is a key factor in identifying and assessing the risk of CKD progression. The precise pathophysiology of CKD is not fully understood, but recent research highlights metabolic alterations, particularly in lipid and glucose metabolism. CKD progression is influenced by diet, as evidenced by recent studies. Interventions such as the ketogenic diet and time-restricted feeding show promising results in improving metabolism and may have beneficial effects on CKD. Our study aims to evaluate the impact of time-restricted eating (TRE) on proteinuria, the decline in glomerular filtration rate, and weight loss in patients with moderate CKD with albuminuria (KDIGO stage 2-3). This will allow us to better understand the efficacy of this dietary approach tailored to the individual habits of participants. The primary outcome measure will be albuminuria before and after the 12-week intervention. Secondary outcome measures will include the impact of fasting on blood pressure as assessed by 24-hour ambulatory monitoring, body composition evaluated by DXA and BIA, continuous glucose monitoring, and blood hormone profiles. Additionally, the feasibility and safety of TRE in this population will be assessed.

Trial Health

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Enrollment
50

participants targeted

Target at P25-P50 for not_applicable

Timeline
19mo left

Started Dec 2024

Typical duration for not_applicable

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
recruiting

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Progress48%
Dec 2024Dec 2027

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

September 27, 2024

Completed
4 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

October 1, 2024

Completed
2 months until next milestone

Study Start

First participant enrolled

December 4, 2024

Completed
2.2 years until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

March 1, 2027

Expected
9 months until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

December 1, 2027

Last Updated

December 16, 2024

Status Verified

December 1, 2024

Enrollment Period

2.2 years

First QC Date

September 27, 2024

Last Update Submit

December 11, 2024

Conditions

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

  • Change in urine albumin/creatinine ratio (UACR)

    Measured by 24h urine collection

    From randomization to close-out visit (12 weeks)

Secondary Outcomes (15)

  • Change in creatinine- and cystatin-estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR)

    From randomization to close-out visit (12 weeks)

  • Change in blood pressure

    From randomization to close-out visit (12 weeks)

  • Change in systolic and diastolic blood pressure

    From randomization to close-out visit (12 weeks)

  • Change in body fat mass and regional distribution

    From randomization to close-out visit (12 weeks)

  • Change in body fat mass

    From randomization to close-out visit (12 weeks)

  • +10 more secondary outcomes

Study Arms (2)

Time-restricted eating

EXPERIMENTAL
Behavioral: Time-restricted eating

Active control

ACTIVE COMPARATOR
Behavioral: Active control

Interventions

Participants will be advised to consume meals and calorie-containing drinks only during a window of 8 hours, to be self-selected by the participant and advised by the investigators based on their daily routine and eating habits during the run-in phase.

Also known as: TRE
Time-restricted eating
Active controlBEHAVIORAL

Participants will be advised to keep the same eating rhythm and timing of meals per day during the intervention.

Active control

Eligibility Criteria

Age18 Years+
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersNo
Age GroupsAdult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)

You may qualify if:

  • Clinical criteria
  • Adult men and women
  • Chronic Kidney Disease with KDIGO stage G2 and G3 defined by a Glomerular Filtration Rate between 30 and 90 mL/min/1.73m2
  • Albuminuria stage A2 or A3, but without nephrotic-range proteinuria: 3 to 200 mg/mmol
  • Body mass index 18-40 kg/m2
  • Eating window of 12 hours (self-reported and measured during the run-in phase)
  • Study-related criteria
  • Able to give informed consent and follow the study procedures for the entire duration
  • Confident use of a smartphone compatible with the MyFoodRepo app (iOS, Android) and able to take regular pictures of food/drinks

You may not qualify if:

  • Clinical criteria
  • Pregnant and breastfeeding women, plans for maternity during the study
  • Eating disorder(s)
  • Other diets: low-carb, ketogenic diet, hypocaloric diets (eviction for food intolerances, vegan/vegetarian diet are not excluded)
  • Uncontrolled blood pressure (\> 160/100 mmHg)
  • Diabetes with hypoglycemic drug(s) will be excluded, however those with impaired glucose tolerance (prediabetes, as defined by the American Diabetes Association) or diabetes with no risk of hypoglycemia (i.e. treated with non-hypoglycemic drugs or without medication) will be included
  • Oral corticosteroids
  • Uncontrolled diabetes HbA1c \> 8.5%
  • Active cancer and/or oncologic treatment over the previous 12 months
  • Major mental illness
  • Consumption of \> 7 standard units of alcohol per week for women and \> 14 standard units of alcohol per week for men
  • Shift work, such as evening shifts or night shifts planned during the study
  • Travel/trip to a different time zone (≥ 2-hour time difference) planned during the study
  • Study-related criteria and other interventions
  • Recent treatment modification in the last 3 months, including but not limited to ACE blockers, SLGT2i, finerenone
  • +3 more criteria

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

University Hospital, Geneva

Geneva, 1211, Switzerland

RECRUITING

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Renal Insufficiency, Chronic

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Renal InsufficiencyKidney DiseasesUrologic DiseasesFemale Urogenital DiseasesFemale Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy ComplicationsUrogenital DiseasesMale Urogenital DiseasesChronic DiseaseDisease AttributesPathologic ProcessesPathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Officials

  • Sophie de Seigneux, MD, PhD

    University Hospital, Geneva

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Central Study Contacts

Delal Dalga, MD, PhD

CONTACT

Anna Faivre, MD, PhD

CONTACT

Study Design

Study Type
interventional
Phase
not applicable
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Masking
NONE
Purpose
TREATMENT
Intervention Model
PARALLEL
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
SPONSOR INVESTIGATOR
PI Title
Principal Investigator

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

September 27, 2024

First Posted

October 1, 2024

Study Start

December 4, 2024

Primary Completion (Estimated)

March 1, 2027

Study Completion (Estimated)

December 1, 2027

Last Updated

December 16, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-12

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