Clinical Trial: Immuno-nutrition Supplementation in Haemodialysis
Study Status: Completed
Recruit Status: Completed
Condition: Chronic Kidney Disease Requiring Chronic Dialysis
Study Type: Interventional
Official Title: Effect of Immuno-nutrition on Systemic Inflammation in People Receiving Haemodialysis: a Pilot Study
Brief Summary:
The purpose of this pilot study is to test if an "immuno-nutrition" supplement can decrease inflammation in people on haemodialysis. This immuno-nutrition supplement is high in calories and protein like other common nutritional supplements, but also contains a unique combination of ingredients that have been shown to reduce inflammation (a problem which is caused by the body's defence [immune] system communicating that something is wrong) and improve the immune system in people with cancer. The research team hopes…
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