New decision aid helps AF patients choose ablation with less regret

NCT ID NCT04993807

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether showing patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) simple visual charts of common post-ablation symptoms could help them decide more confidently about undergoing the procedure. 75 adults with symptomatic AF who were considering catheter ablation used these decision aids during their doctor visits. The goal was to see if patients felt less conflicted, less regretful, and more satisfied with their choice.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atrial fibrillation paroxysmal atrial fibrillation Patient Participation

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Columbia University Irving Medical Center

    New York, New York, 10032, United States

  • Weill Cornell Medicine

    New York, New York, 07030, United States