Heart rhythm showdown: ablation vs. shock therapy for AF
NCT ID NCT06096246
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study compares two treatments for persistent atrial fibrillation (AF), a heart rhythm problem. One treatment is catheter ablation, which uses heat to destroy tiny areas of heart tissue causing the irregular rhythm. The other is electrical cardioversion, which delivers a controlled electric shock to reset the heart's rhythm. The goal is to see which approach better prevents AF from coming back. About 208 adults with persistent AF will take part, and their heart rhythms will be monitored continuously for months.
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