Could a simple risk score catch a dangerous heart condition before it strikes?
NCT ID NCT05898165
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study is testing whether a new risk score can help find people who have atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) but don't know it yet. About 1,955 adults at higher risk will use a remote ECG monitor at home. The goal is to see if the risk score correctly identifies who is more likely to have AF, so they can get treated earlier and avoid strokes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- risk score algorithm and remote ECG monitoring
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could help doctors find undiagnosed atrial fibrillation earlier, potentially preventing strokes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a pilot study, so it is small and early. The risk score may not work as well in real-world settings, and remote monitoring might miss some cases.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Leeds
Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 9JT, United Kingdom
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