Chitosan Chewing Gum Study in Dialysis Patients

A Pilot Study of Dietary Chitosan Chewing Gum in Dialysis Patients

The purpose of the pilot study is to determine the impact of short-term administration of chitosan-containing chewing gum on phosphate levels in patients with elevated serum phosphate levels.

The impact of using salivary phosphate binders in ESRD patients is not fully known. The purpose of the pilot study is to determine the impact of short-term administration of chitosan-containing chewing gum on phosphate levels in patients with elevated serum phosphate levels.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 18-64 years old
• ESRD receiving hemodialysis
• serum phosphate > 6.0 mg/dL

Exclusion Criteria:

• Unable to sign consent