Simple monthly ECG could catch hidden heart rhythm disorder in seniors
NCT ID NCT07438054
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether monthly 12-lead ECG screenings at family health centers can detect undiagnosed atrial fibrillation (AF) in adults aged 65 and older. Participants will have 12 monthly visits over a year, and if AF is found, they will be started on blood thinners to reduce stroke risk. The goal is to see how many new cases are caught and whether people stick with their medication.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that monthly in-clinic ECG screening is a practical way to catch hidden atrial fibrillation in older adults and start stroke-preventing medication sooner.
What could go wrong
This is a single-group study without a comparison group, so it cannot prove screening is better than usual care. It also only includes people willing to attend monthly visits, which may not reflect the general population.
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Locations
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Ordu University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Cardiology
Ordu, Ordu, 52200, Turkey (Türkiye)