Heart rhythm disorder may reshape valve before leaks start
NCT ID NCT07617974
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study uses 3D echocardiography to track changes in the tricuspid valve of 66 people with atrial fibrillation (AF) who do not yet have significant valve leakage. Researchers want to see if the valve's shape changes as AF becomes more persistent. The goal is to better understand how AF can lead to tricuspid regurgitation over time.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help doctors predict which AF patients are at risk for tricuspid regurgitation, potentially guiding earlier treatment.
What could go wrong
This is a small observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures changes and cannot prove cause-and-effect or lead directly to new therapies.
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Centro Cardiologico Monzino; IRCCS
RECRUITINGMilan, Milan, 20133, Italy
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