Could your genes predict heart damage from irregular heartbeat?
NCT ID NCT07574697
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study investigates whether certain genetic variations make some people with atrial fibrillation more likely to develop a weakened heart muscle (cardiomyopathy). Researchers will compare the DNA of 299 participants, including those with AF-related cardiomyopathy and control groups, to find genetic differences. The goal is to better understand why some people recover heart function after treatment while others do not.
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 could help identify people at risk for heart muscle damage from atrial fibrillation, leading to earlier monitoring or treatment.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly change care, and genetic findings may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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St Bartholomew's Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust
RECRUITINGLondon, EC1A 7BE, United Kingdom
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