Italian study tracks blood thinner use in elderly heart patients

NCT ID NCT05232643

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at 636 older Italian patients with a type of irregular heartbeat called non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). Researchers wanted to understand why some patients start taking blood thinners and others do not, and how long they stay on their treatment. The goal was to gather real-world information to improve care for elderly patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atrial fibrillation

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Local Institution - 0001

    Milan, MI, 20144, Italy