New heart procedure aims to zap AFib safely

NCT ID NCT06765356

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Vivek Reddy Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a device called the Farapulse system, which uses electrical pulses to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm problem. Researchers will enroll 275 adults with AFib who are already scheduled for a catheter ablation procedure. The goal is to see if the system can safely and effectively restore normal heart rhythm and reduce the need for future treatments.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Farapulse Catheter System (FARAWAVE catheter and FARASTAR generator)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a safer, more effective way to treat atrial fibrillation and reduce the need for repeat procedures or long-term medication.
What could go wrong: This is a single-arm study without a comparison group, so results may not prove superiority over existing treatments. Risks include procedural complications like bleeding or heart damage.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atrial fibrillation paroxysmal atrial fibrillation persistent atrial fibrillation

As listed by the trial registrant

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

LONG-STANDING PERSISTENT ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PAROXYSMAL ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PERSISTENT ATRIAL FIBRILLATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Arrhythmia Research Group

Jonesboro, Arkansas, 72401, United States
Cardiology Associates Medical Group

Ventura, California, 93003, United States
Mount Sinai Morningside

New York, New York, 10025, United States
Naples Comprehensive Health

Naples, Florida, 34102, United States
Ohio Health Research Institute

Columbus, Ohio, 43214, United States
Sentara Health Research Center

Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23455, United States
The Mount Sinai Hospital

New York, New York, 10029, United States
Trident Medical Center

North Charleston, South Carolina, 29406, United States
UPMC Pinnacle Hospitals

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17101, United States

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