Scientists launch biobank to uncover genetic secrets of AF and stroke

NCT ID NCT03611816

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is creating a biological bank of blood samples from 1,000 people with atrial fibrillation (AF) and stroke. Researchers will collect DNA and plasma to study the genetic roots of these conditions. The goal is to better understand why AF leads to stroke and find new drug targets. Participants provide blood samples and clinical data, but no experimental treatment is given.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this biobank could help researchers discover genetic causes of atrial fibrillation and stroke, potentially pointing toward new treatments.
What could go wrong: This is an observational biobank study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly benefit participants and may not lead to any new therapies for years.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atrial fibrillation stroke disorder transient ischemic attack

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ATRIAL FIBRILLATION STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hôpital des charpennes
RECRUITING

Villeurbanne, 69100, France
Service d'urgences Neurovasculaires - service de neurologie vasculaire , Hôpital Pierre Wertheimer
RECRUITING

Bron, 69677, France
Service de médecine gériatrique Centre hospitalier Lyon Sud, Groupement hospitalier Sud
RECRUITING

Pierre-Bénite, 69495, France
Service de rythmologie, hôpital cardiologique Louis Pradel
RECRUITING

Bron, 69677, France
Service neurologie Centre hospitalier Fleyriat
RECRUITING

Bourg-en-Bresse, 01000, France

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