Heart ablation may lower stroke risk, new study shows
NCT ID NCT05635864
First seen Mar 20, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study followed 167 adults with atrial fibrillation or flutter who had a catheter ablation procedure. Researchers measured changes in stroke and bleeding risk scores before and 3, 6, and 12 months after ablation. They also compared different ways to monitor heart rhythm after the procedure, including implantable monitors and smartwatches.
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Hannover Medical School
Hanover, Lower Saxony, 30625, Germany
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