June 18, 2026 · Kidney international · DOI: 10.1016/j.kint.2026.05.015

A cluster randomized controlled trial (GOAL trial) evaluated a comprehensive geriatric assessment for frail older people with chronic kidney disease

Listen to this summary

The GOAL trial aimed to determine whether a comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) could enhance patient-centered goal attainment in frail older adults with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Conducted across 15 Australian outpatient centers, the trial found no significant differences in goal attainment or clinical outcomes between those receiving CGA plus usual care and those receiving usual care alone. These results suggest that routine implementation of single-episode outpatient CGA may not be beneficial for this population, highlighting the need for alternative care models.

Benignus Logan, Andrea K Viecelli, David W Johnson, Tracy Comans, Emily H Gordon, Leonard C Gray, Carmel M Hawley MMedSci, Laura E Hickey, Monika Janda, Allison Jaure, Matthew D Jose, Charani Kiriwandeniya PGDip, Misa Matsuyama, Gabor Mihala, Kim-Huong Nguyen, Elaine M Pascoe MBiostats, Peta-Anne Paul-Brent, Jason D Pole, Kevan R Polkinghorne, Constance D Pond, Rajesh Raj, Donna M Reidlinger, Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Andrea Valks, Germaine Wong, Ruth E Hubbard, GOAL Trial Investigators

This is one of 33,000+ journals available on OSLR. Try it free for 14 days.

Free 14-day trial. 33,000+ journals. Cancel anytime.

14-day free trial. No commitment.

"Oslr has become part of my weekly routine on my day off. The clinical relevance of the summaries is outstanding — I'd rate it 9/10. Being able to consume research hands-free is a huge advantage for busy physicians."

Dr. Jennifer Thompson

Dr. Jennifer Thompson

Portland, OR

Stay current without falling behind

33,000+ journals. 3-minute audio summaries. Free for 14 days.

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play