AI could predict which heart ablations work best

NCT ID NCT05371405

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This Stanford study is testing whether machine learning can help predict which patients with atrial fibrillation will benefit from a heart ablation procedure. Researchers will collect data from 120 people undergoing ablation and use it to train an algorithm that forecasts success. The goal is to personalize treatment and identify the best targets for ablation.

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 lead to more personalized and effective ablation procedures for atrial fibrillation patients.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage observational study focused on developing a prediction tool, not testing a new treatment. The algorithm may not improve outcomes in practice.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Stanford University

    RECRUITING

    Stanford, California, 94305, United States

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