Shedding pounds, shedding AF symptoms: new study targets seniors

NCT ID NCT03713775

First seen Mar 30, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 10 times

Summary

This study tested whether a dietary weight loss and behavioral support program could reduce symptoms of atrial fibrillation (AF) in overweight adults aged 60 to 85. Participants were randomly assigned to either the weight loss program or usual care for about 8 months. The main goal was to see if the program improved AF-related symptoms compared to standard care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Oxford Centre for Magnetic Resonance (OCMR)

    Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX3 9DU, United Kingdom

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