New heart procedure aims to zap stubborn arrhythmias
NCT ID NCT06940752
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This early study tests a new catheter technique called VINTAGE for people with ventricular arrhythmia that hasn't improved with standard treatment. The procedure uses special catheters to reach and destroy heart tissue causing the abnormal rhythm. Thirty adults will be enrolled and followed for 6 months to see if it reduces dangerous heart events.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
VINTAGE catheter ablation procedure
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a better way to treat ventricular arrhythmias that don't respond to standard ablation, reducing the need for shocks or hospital stays.
What could go wrong
This is a very early feasibility study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The procedure involves risks like bleeding, infection, or heart damage.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Emory University Hospital Midtown
Atlanta, Georgia, 30322-1102, United States