Atrial flutter

This study tested a drug called CardiolRx in 90 hospitalized COVID-19 patients who also had heart disease or risk factors like diabetes or high blood pressure. The goal was to see if the drug could lower the chance of death, needing intensive care, or having heart problems. The t…

This study tested a medical device that freezes small areas of heart tissue to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib) and related irregular heartbeats. The goal was to see if the procedure safely stops abnormal rhythms for at least 12 months. The study enrolled 91 people, but was termi…

This study tested whether a single high dose (2000 mg) of the heart medication amiodarone, taken by mouth, could safely and quickly restore normal heart rhythm in people with acute atrial fibrillation. The trial planned to include both hospital and outpatient settings, but was te…

This study tested a device called Efferon LPS that filters blood during heart surgery when a heart-lung machine is used. The goal was to see if it could prevent multiple organ failure, especially kidney damage. Only 14 people took part before the study was stopped, so the results…

This study looked at whether letting patients manage their own recovery precautions after heart surgery leads to a better quality of life compared to following standard sternal precautions. Ten adults who had heart surgery were followed for up to a year. Researchers checked pain,…

This study looked at how two common pain relievers—celecoxib (a Coxib) and naproxen (an NSAID)—affect blood clotting in people with rheumatoid arthritis who also have heart disease or are at high risk for it. All participants took low-dose aspirin daily. The goal was to see if on…

This study looked at how Medtronic heart devices detect and manage atrial fibrillation (AF) in Indian patients. It tracked whether the condition became persistent over time. The study enrolled 79 people over 55 with heart devices. It was terminated early, so results are limited.