Could a simple mineral prevent heart trouble in the ICU?
NCT ID NCT05829317
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving magnesium through an IV can prevent new-onset atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) in critically ill patients in the intensive care unit. Researchers will enroll 200 adults and randomly assign them to receive either magnesium or a placebo. The main goal is to see if the study procedures are practical, not yet to prove the treatment works.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Magnesium sulfate
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to prevent a common heart complication in ICU patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study focused on feasibility, not effectiveness. It may not show a clear benefit, and results may not apply to all ICU patients.
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Kingston Health Sciences Centre
RECRUITINGKingston, Ontario, K7L2V7, Canada
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St Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGHamilton, Ontario, L8N 1Y3, Canada
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The Ottawa Hospital - Civic Campus
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGOttawa, Ontario, K1Y 4E9, Canada
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The Ottawa Hospital - General Campus
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGOttawa, Ontario, K1H 8L6, Canada
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