Cardiac rhythm disease
MONDO:0007263Any variation from the normal rate or rhythm (which may include the origin of the impulse and/or its subsequent propagation) in the heart.
Also known as: arrhythmia
1515 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 173 tagged with Cardiac rhythm disease itself.
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Sub-types of Cardiac rhythm disease
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Atrial fibrillation 890 trials · 896 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Persistent atrial fibrillation 150 trials
- Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation 145 trials
- Familial atrial fibrillation 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Cardiac arrest 253 trials
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Ventricular tachycardia 123 trials · 135 incl. sub-types
3 sub-types
- Ventricular tachycardia, familial 1 trial · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Polymorphic ventricular tachycardia 0 trials · 10 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Torsades de pointes 4 trials
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Sudden cardiac arrest 72 trials
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Atrial tachycardia 18 trials · 72 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Atrial flutter 59 trials Sub-types →
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Cardiac conduction defect 10 trials · 70 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Atrioventricular dissociation 2 trials · 62 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Cardiogenetic rhythm disorder 2 trials · 67 incl. sub-types
9 sub-types
- SCN5A-related cardiac rhythm disorder 0 trials · 47 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Paroxysmal familial ventricular fibrillation 2 trials · 27 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Progressive familial heart block 0 trials · 19 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Ventricular tachycardia, familial 1 trial · 11 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Brugada syndrome 10 trials Sub-types →
- Familial atrial fibrillation 0 trials · 1 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Short QT syndrome 1 trial Sub-types →
- Atrial conduction disease 0 trials
- Familial sick sinus syndrome 0 trials Sub-types →
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Ventricular fibrillation 36 trials · 63 incl. sub-types
1 sub-type
- Paroxysmal familial ventricular fibrillation 2 trials · 27 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
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Sudden arrhythmia death syndrome 35 trials
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His bundle tachycardia 1 trial
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Multifocal atrial tachycardia 0 trials
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Sino-auricular heart block 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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Can a checklist and heart monitor stop repeat strokes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing whether an educational and implementation tool helps hospitals follow best-practice guidelines for preventing second strokes caused by heart conditions. The trial enrolls about 2,400 patients who have had an ischemic stroke or a transient ischemic attack. …
Sponsor: Luciano A. Sposato • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New 3D heart imaging could sharpen ablation precision
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new imaging and guidance system called VERAFEYE that creates a 3D model of the heart to help doctors navigate during catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation. About 50 adults with paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation will have their standard ablation p…
Sponsor: LUMA Vision Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New device could cut stroke risk in kidney patients on dialysis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a procedure called left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) using the Watchman Flx PRO device in 40 dialysis patients with atrial fibrillation. The goal is to see if it safely reduces stroke and major bleeding compared to standard care. Participants will be f…
Sponsor: Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New 3D Heart-Mapping tool could sharpen AFib ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device called the VERAFEYE System, which creates a 3D model of the heart to guide doctors during catheter ablation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat). About 100 adults who are already scheduled for ablation will have the proc…
Sponsor: LUMA Vision Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new mapping and ablation system fix recurring atrial fibrillation?
Disease control Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing the FARAFLEX Mapping and Pulsed Field Ablation System in people with atrial fibrillation who need a repeat ablation procedure. The trial compares the FARAFLEX system, which uses electrographic flow mapping and pulsed electric fields, against a control trea…
Sponsor: Boston Scientific Corporation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an unapproved device tame disease? a trial puts it to the test
Disease control Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing a medical device that has not been approved or cleared by the U.S. FDA. The trial aims to see whether the device can help control a disease, possibly by reducing symptoms or slowing its course. Participants receive the device as part of the study, and the …
Sponsor: Biosense Webster, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Extra vein ablation tested to keep persistent AFib from returning
Disease control Not yet recruitingResearchers test whether adding superior vena cava isolation to standard pulmonary vein isolation helps people with persistent atrial fibrillation. About 340 participants aged 18 to 75 whose AFib has lasted less than a year and who are having their first catheter ablation join th…
Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can shedding pounds stop atrial fibrillation in its tracks?
Disease control Not yet recruitingResearchers in Denmark are testing whether a structured weight loss program can slow the progression of atrial fibrillation in people who are overweight or obese. The trial enrolls 480 adults with symptomatic paroxysmal or early persistent atrial fibrillation and a body mass inde…
Sponsor: Axel Brandes • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a heart procedure cut stroke risk after valve repair? new trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) who have already had a successful mitral valve repair. It compares two approaches: catheter ablation (a procedure to fix the heart's electrical signals) versus standard medical care. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: Atrial Fibrillation Network • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can remote exercise sessions boost heart recovery after ablation?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a 12-week remotely supervised exercise program can improve recovery in adults aged 50 to 75 who had catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation. Participants are randomly assigned to either the telerehabilitation group, which does aerobic, strengthening, an…
Sponsor: Hande Cörüt • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a drug used for overdoses boost survival after cardiac arrest?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether giving naloxone during CPR helps people who have a cardiac arrest in the hospital. Naloxone is a drug that blocks opioid effects, and researchers want to see if it improves survival and recovery. About 850 adults who receive adrenaline during CPR will be …
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which pacing target keeps the heart stronger? a trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests two ways of placing a pacemaker lead in the heart's left bundle branch area. One strategy aims to directly capture the heart's conduction system, while the other accepts capture of the nearby septal muscle. Researchers will compare how well the heart's pumping fu…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a preventive ablation during flutter treatment ward off future heart trouble?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding a preventive procedure called pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) to the standard ablation for typical atrial flutter can reduce the risk of heart-related hospital visits, stroke, or death. The trial enrolls adults aged 55 and older with an enlarged lef…
Sponsor: University of Rochester • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a pacemaker slip in through the neck vein?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a small leadless pacemaker, the Aveir VR, can be safely implanted through the jugular vein in the neck instead of the usual route. Researchers will enroll 15 adults with slow heart rhythms who need ventricular pacing. The main goal is to see if the proced…
Sponsor: Min Shen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smarter pacemaker lead placement spare the heart after surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two ways of placing a pacemaker lead in people who develop a slow heart rhythm after cardiac surgery. One method uses conventional right ventricular pacing, while the other uses left bundle branch area pacing, which aims to activate the heart more naturally. T…
Sponsor: Sahlgrenska University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart ablation technique aims to tame irregular heartbeats
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a catheter-based procedure called Varipulse to treat paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat that comes and goes). Researchers want to see how well it works long-term when combined with different types of sedation. About 300 adults aged 18-80 with sym…
Sponsor: Johnson & Johnson Medical (Shanghai) Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a new catheter zap away irregular heartbeats?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether the Sphere-9 catheter and Affera system can safely and effectively treat paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF), a condition where the heart beats irregularly. Adults with PAF who have not been helped by or cannot take certain heart medications will receive…
Sponsor: Medtronic Cardiac Ablation Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which ablation method best stops atrial fibrillation from returning?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two catheter ablation techniques for treating atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm problem. One method uses a single-shot device, while the other uses a focal dual-energy approach. The trial includes 268 adults with symptomatic atrial fibrillation who ar…
Sponsor: Marien Hospital Herne • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a blood thinner cut stroke risk in dialysis patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether apixaban, a blood thinner, can reduce the risk of stroke or blood clots in adults on dialysis who also have atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). Participants are randomly assigned to receive either apixaban or no oral anticoagulant, while continu…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Unity Health Toronto • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gentle electric pulse fix an irregular heartbeat?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a new technique called pulsed field ablation (PFA) can more effectively treat atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm problem. The procedure uses short electrical pulses to create precise lesions in the heart tissue, aiming to block faulty signa…
Sponsor: Radboud University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could better phone training save more cardiac arrest victims?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a communication training program for emergency dispatchers can help them recognize cardiac arrest over the phone and guide callers to start CPR faster. The study involves about 987 adults who experience cardiac arrest outside of a hospital and call the SA…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Grenoble • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can augmented reality bring expert heart care to any room?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether augmented reality (AR) can allow a technical expert to support doctors remotely during a heart procedure called catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation. Using a HoloLens headset and a remote connection, the expert may guide the procedure from a differen…
Sponsor: University of Luebeck • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can head position and cooling boost brain recovery after cardiac arrest?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether specific care strategies used in the intensive care unit after cardiac arrest can improve neurological recovery and survival. Adults who remain comatose after their heartbeat is restored will be cared for using either head elevation or a near-supine posit…
Sponsor: Kagawa University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ablation without X-Rays: a new way to fix irregular heartbeats?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a heart procedure called pulsed field ablation can be guided using only ultrasound, avoiding the use of X-rays (fluoroscopy), in people with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. The study compares the success of completely isolating the pulmonary veins—a key s…
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a smarter pacemaker lead protect the heart?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a newer pacing method, called left bundle branch area pacing, is better than the standard right ventricular pacing for adults with permanent atrial fibrillation and a need for a pacemaker. The goal is to see if the newer technique reduces the risk of deat…
Sponsor: Poitiers University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartphone light sensor may spot when an irregular heartbeat fixes itself
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a smartphone app that uses light to measure heart rhythm can reliably detect when atrial fibrillation (AF) spontaneously returns to a normal heartbeat. About 200 adults with AF scheduled for an electrical cardioversion will either receive standard care or…
Sponsor: Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a cholesterol drug keep atrial fibrillation at bay after ablation?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether ezetimibe, a common cholesterol-lowering medication, can reduce the return of irregular heartbeats in people with persistent atrial fibrillation who undergo catheter ablation. Half of the 120 participants will take ezetimibe daily for six months after the…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University, School of Medicine • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study to test best heart rhythm fix for seniors
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two ways to treat atrial fibrillation (a common heart rhythm problem) in people aged 78 and older. One approach uses a procedure called catheter ablation to fix the heart's electrical signals, while the other uses medications to control heart rate or rhythm. R…
Sponsor: Karolinska University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can adding a second ablation target stop atrial fibrillation from coming back?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study is testing two ways to perform a repeat ablation procedure in people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) that has returned after a first treatment. Both approaches use pulsed-field ablation to isolate the pulmonary veins, but one also adds ablation of the…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pacemaker setting may cut AF risk in Slow-Heart patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether pacing the heart from a specific spot (posterosuperior bundle) can lower the chance of atrial fibrillation (AF) in people with sinus node dysfunction (a slow or irregular heartbeat). About 300 adults who need a pacemaker will be randomly assigned to get p…
Sponsor: Shanghai Tong Ren Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double heart fix: could adding valve repair to ablation beat ablation alone?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding a minimally invasive mitral valve repair (transcatheter edge-to-edge repair, or TEER) to standard catheter ablation improves outcomes for people with both atrial functional mitral regurgitation and atrial fibrillation. Participants are randomly ass…
Sponsor: Mao Chen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which IV drug tames a racing heart in AFib faster? a Head-to-Head trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares two standard IV medicines—verapamil and metoprolol—to see which controls rapid heart rate better in adults with atrial fibrillation who are otherwise stable. Patients receive one of the drugs in the emergency department, and their heart rate, blood pressure, a…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Muhammad Ali Javed • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a monthly injection replace blood thinners for stroke prevention?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase 3 trial is testing an investigational drug called abelacimab in about 2,500 people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) who are at high risk for stroke but cannot take standard oral blood thinners. Participants will receive either abelacimab or a placebo, …
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a wearable monitor prevent heart emergencies after valve replacement?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether wearing a portable heart monitor for two weeks after a TAVI procedure can reduce the risk of sudden death, dangerous heart rhythms, or stroke within the following year. People who have had a successful TAVI and show certain electrical abnormalities on the…
Sponsor: Institut universitaire de cardiologie et de pneumologie de Québec, University Laval • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Double the shock, double the success? new trial tests dual cardioversion for AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis clinical trial tests whether giving two electrical shocks at once (dual shock) is better than the standard single shock for restoring normal heart rhythm in people with persistent atrial fibrillation. About 177 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a stand…
Phase 2/3 • Sponsor: Martín Negreira Caamaño, MD, PhD • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo ablation aims to tame stubborn AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding extra ablation lines to the standard pulsed-field ablation procedure helps people with long-standing atrial fibrillation (AF) stay in normal heart rhythm. 430 participants with AF lasting 1-3 years will be randomly assigned to receive either standa…
Sponsor: Yunlong Wang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a gentle electric field fix a racing heart?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a procedure called pulsed field ablation can safely treat ventricular arrhythmias—abnormal heart rhythms that can be life-threatening. About 30 people with frequent premature heartbeats or ventricular tachycardia will receive the treatment using a special…
Sponsor: Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can targeted electrical pulses quiet an erratic heartbeat?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether a new pulsed field ablation system can safely and effectively treat paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, a condition where the heart beats irregularly. The system uses short electrical pulses to destroy tiny areas of heart tissue causing the abnormal rh…
Sponsor: Shanghai MicroPort EP MedTech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 24, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug tirzepatide may help keep heart rhythm steady after ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding tirzepatide (Mounjaro) to a structured lifestyle program reduces the return of atrial fibrillation within a year after catheter ablation in obese patients. About 710 participants with symptomatic AF and a BMI of 28 or higher (or 24 with other risk …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Yunlong Wang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 23, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping the heart back to rhythm: a new device uses pulsed fields to treat atrial fibrillation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a device called the Globe Pulsed Field System, which uses short bursts of electric energy to destroy tiny areas of heart tissue that cause abnormal rhythms in people with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat that comes and goes). The tria…
Sponsor: Kardium Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Holograms may help doctors place heart devices with greater precision
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether adding a 3D holographic visualization tool, called EchoPixel Holographic Therapy Guidance, helps doctors perform two common heart procedures more accurately. The procedures are left atrial appendage occlusion (for atrial fibrillation) and mitral valve rep…
Sponsor: EchoPixel, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a One-Time keyhole surgery replace daily blood thinners for some heart patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial compares a minimally invasive surgery that closes off a small heart pouch (the left atrial appendage) to standard blood-thinning medication in people with atrial fibrillation who have a high risk of bleeding. The goal is to see if the surgery can prevent strokes, major…
Sponsor: Region Skane • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smarter heart pacing could cut hospital stays for heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a newer, more natural pacing method for people with heart failure and electrical problems in the heart. The approach uses the heart's own conduction system to improve coordination between chambers. Researchers will track patients for two years to see if this meth…
Sponsor: University of Pecs • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatches may help heart patients avoid hospital readmission
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether wearable devices like smartwatches and ECG straps can help doctors remotely manage patients with both heart failure and atrial fibrillation. Participants use the devices to send real-time health data to their care team, who adjust medications and treatmen…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a gentle electric field heal the heart? new study tests Pulsed-Field ablation for persistent AF
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether pulsed-field ablation (PFA), a non-thermal technique that uses electric pulses to target faulty heart tissue, can reverse structural changes in the heart caused by persistent atrial fibrillation (AF). Researchers will enroll 30 people with persistent A…
Sponsor: Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart drug study pulled before it even started
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study aimed to see if a short course of the heart medication amiodarone could prevent atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) in adults after heart surgery. About 1 in 3 patients experience this complication. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any partici…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatch study aims to keep heart failure patients out of hospital
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using a wearable device (like a smartwatch) to monitor patients remotely can help doctors adjust heart failure medications more effectively. It includes 400 adults with both heart failure and atrial fibrillation. The goal is to improve treatment and reduc…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Texts and calendars could boost blood thinner use in heart patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 'nudge' program—including text reminders, a medication calendar, and an action plan—to help 84 adults with atrial fibrillation take their blood thinners consistently. Participants will watch an educational video, create a daily pill-taking routine, and receive …
Sponsor: Sun Yat-sen University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart surgery technique aims to stop AFib in its tracks
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new technique called PWI-Box, which uses a device named GeminiS to isolate the pulmonary veins and treat atrial fibrillation (AF) during open-heart surgery. About 200 adults with AF who are already scheduled for heart surgery via sternotomy will take part. The …
Sponsor: Nantes University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New heart device registry aims to tame irregular heartbeat
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis registry will follow 500 people with symptomatic atrial fibrillation who are scheduled for a heart ablation using the Globe Pulsed Field System. The goal is to see how well the device controls the heart rhythm over 12 months and to track any major side effects within the fir…
Sponsor: Kardium Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Smarter magnesium testing could shield Children's hearts and kidneys after surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two ways of measuring magnesium in the blood to personalize magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) dosing for children after heart surgery. Low magnesium levels can lead to heart rhythm problems and kidney injury. One method measures total magnesium, while the other measures …
Sponsor: West Virginia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New study to see if heart procedure beats standard care for AF and heart failure
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a heart procedure called catheter ablation to standard medical treatment for people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (a type of heart failure where the heart pumps normally but is stiff). The …
Sponsor: Tulane University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug tirzepatide may help keep heart rhythm steady after ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether tirzepatide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, can reduce the return of atrial fibrillation (AFib) after a heart procedure called catheter ablation. Overweight or obese adults with persistent AFib will receive either tirzepatide injections plus st…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Ear stimulation may calm heart inflammation after ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a non-invasive ear stimulation, called low-level tragus stimulation, can reduce inflammation and early heart rhythm problems after pulsed field ablation for atrial fibrillation. Forty-six adults with atrial fibrillation will receive either active or sham …
Sponsor: Xi'an Jiaotong University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug mounjaro could keep hearts in rhythm after ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the diabetes and weight-loss drug tirzepatide (Mounjaro) can reduce the chance of atrial fibrillation coming back after a heart procedure called catheter ablation. About 602 adults with obesity and a type of heart failure (HFpEF) will get either tirzepati…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Yunlong Wang • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Massive 30,000-Patient trial launches to test new heart rhythm fix
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 30,000 adults in China with atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) that hasn't improved with medication. They will receive a new type of catheter treatment called pulse-field ablation. Researchers will track their health for up to 10 years to s…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:02 UTC
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Smart patches could save hearts: hospital trial tests continuous monitoring
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a wearable monitoring system (ECG patch, temperature patch, and pulse oximeter) can reduce major heart complications in hospitalized patients with heart disease. About 1500 adults will be monitored either with standard care (vital signs every 4-8 hours) o…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New Blood-Thinner strategy aims to cut bleeding after heart device implants
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a stepwise blood-thinning approach to the standard method in 424 patients with atrial fibrillation who are at high risk for stroke and need a heart device like a pacemaker. The stepwise plan involves stopping the blood thinner one day before surgery and restar…
Sponsor: Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New drug may offer safer, faster fix for Post-Surgery heart flutter
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a newer drug, Vernakalant, works better than the standard Amiodarone for treating atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) that often occurs after heart surgery. About 50 adults who recently had heart surgery will receive one of the two drugs. The main g…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University of Calgary • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Zapping heart scars: could one radiation dose replace drugs for dangerous rhythms?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a non-invasive radiation treatment called STAR for people with a dangerous fast heart rhythm caused by heart scarring. Instead of using medications or a catheter procedure, a single targeted dose of radiation is delivered to the scarred area. The goal is to see i…
Sponsor: Southlake Health • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Blood thinners for stroke survivors with a history of brain bleeding: a delicate balance
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether starting blood thinners (DOACs) is safe and effective for people who have had a stroke, but also have a history of a brain bleed and an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation). About 852 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either a bloo…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New pacemaker approach could improve life for heart failure patients with AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of pacemaker procedures in adults with heart failure and atrial fibrillation who are not candidates for rhythm control. All participants will receive a heart ablation, then be randomly assigned to either conduction system pacing or standard cardiac r…
Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New heart ablation method aims to stop AFib recurrence
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a new catheter ablation system using pulsed field energy can better control persistent atrial fibrillation (AF) by targeting low-voltage areas in the heart and isolating the superior vena cava, in addition to standard pulmonary vein isolation. About 618 a…
Sponsor: University of Luebeck • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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New heart zapping method could make AFib treatment safer
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition where the heart beats irregularly. Doctors will use pulsed field ablation (PFA) instead of heat or cold to create scars in the heart and block bad signals. They will also use a special 3D ultrasound syste…
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Zap away heart flutters: new pulse method tested for AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib) using short electrical pulses instead of heat. The goal is to block abnormal heart signals in a specific area called the mitral isthmus. Thirty adults with AFib will receive this treatment during a standard procedure …
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Heart rhythm breakthrough? new ablation method targets stubborn AF
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding extra ablation to standard treatment can help people with persistent atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat). About 350 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either standard ablation or standard ablation plus isolation of the left…
Sponsor: Hangzhou Dinova EP Technology Co., Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:34 UTC
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Heart rhythm breakthrough? new ablation combo targets stubborn AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two heart procedures for people with persistent atrial fibrillation (AFib) lasting 6 months to 3 years. One group gets standard pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) ablation, while the other gets PVI plus an extra ablation on the Bachmann bundle. The goal is to see …
Sponsor: Shenyang Northern Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New heart zapping technique could free patients from irregular rhythm
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new device that uses short electrical pulses to treat atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem. About 320 adults with AF will receive this procedure to see if it safely restores normal heart rhythm for at least a year. The goal is to reduce sympt…
Sponsor: Medtronic Cardiac Ablation Solutions • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Smart pacemaker aims to catch and stop heart flutter before it starts
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study follows 30 adults with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (PAF) who have or will get a special pacemaker. The pacemaker can detect irregular heartbeats early and send a painless pacing pulse to stop them. It also sends data to doctors remotely. Researchers will check how w…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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New heart mapping could make ablation more precise for lethal rhythm disorder
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new technique called Dynamic Voltage Mapping (DVM) to better identify scar tissue in the heart that causes ventricular tachycardia (VT), a life-threatening heart rhythm. The approach uses catheters to create a personalized electrical map, aiming to guide ablati…
Sponsor: Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a simple belt save lives in cardiac arrest?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an external abdominal tourniquet can temporarily block blood flow to the lower body during cardiac arrest, redirecting it to the brain and heart. Researchers will try it on 5 adults with non-traumatic cardiac arrest outside a hospital. The goal is to see …
Sponsor: Klinikum Klagenfurt am Wörthersee • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Could a daily probiotic pill keep your heart in rhythm?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking a daily probiotic capsule for 12 weeks can reduce the chance of atrial fibrillation (AF) returning in people who have just had a cardioversion (a procedure to restore normal heart rhythm). Fifty-six adults aged 40 and older with persistent AF will …
Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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New CPR technique could save more newborn lives
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two CPR methods for newborns with cardiac arrest: a new technique that combines chest compressions with sustained lung inflation versus the standard 3:1 compression-to-ventilation ratio. Researchers will enroll 554 newborns across multiple hospitals to see whi…
Sponsor: University of Alberta • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Bladder drug may tame deadly heart rhythms in small trial
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether mirabegron, a drug typically used for overactive bladder, can reduce dangerous heart rhythms in people with heart disease. Twenty adults with an implanted defibrillator and frequent ventricular tachycardia will take the drug for two months. Researchers wi…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New pacing technique could improve heart function in AF and heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares a newer pacing method called Left Bundle Branch Area Pacing (LBBAP) with the standard coronary sinus pacing for cardiac resynchronization therapy in 44 adults who have both permanent atrial fibrillation and heart failure. The goal is to see if LBBAP better imp…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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Pocket-Sized defibrillators for volunteers could revolutionize cardiac arrest response
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving volunteer community responders a small, portable defibrillator (about the size of a chocolate bar) helps them treat people having a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. Around 1,000 volunteers in Singapore will carry the device for up to a year …
Sponsor: Singapore General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New pacing technique aims to stop irregular heartbeat in heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a special pacing method called Bachmann bundle pacing can prevent new atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) in people with heart failure who already need a pacemaker or defibrillator. About 110 participants will be randomly assigned to recei…
Sponsor: Fu Wai Hospital, Beijing, China • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Zapping the heart: radiation may tame lethal rhythms
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new radiation treatment for people with a life-threatening fast heart rhythm called ventricular tachycardia that hasn't been helped by medication or prior procedures. About 24 adults with an implanted defibrillator will receive a single, targeted dose of radiat…
Sponsor: Corewell Health East • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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Could Weight-Loss surgery tame a common heart rhythm disorder?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether metabolic surgery (like gastric bypass) can reduce the severity of atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem, in people with obesity. About 100 adults with AF and a BMI between 35 and 65 will be randomly assigned to either surgery or medi…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Ali Aminian • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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No booze, better beat: study tests alcohol abstinence after AF ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether staying alcohol-free for six months after a heart ablation procedure can reduce the return of atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem. Researchers will enroll 414 adults who drink at least three alcoholic beverages per week and are schedul…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Freezing out deadly heart rhythms: new device under study
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a device that uses extreme cold to destroy small areas of heart tissue causing ventricular tachycardia, a fast and dangerous heart rhythm. Up to 130 people with recurrent VT will receive the procedure and be followed for 6 months. The goal is to see if the treatm…
Sponsor: Adagio Medical • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Smartwatches may help doctors decide when to treat AF, new trial aims to prove it
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial will enroll about 3,200 people with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF) to see if using a smartwatch to continuously track AF burden can guide earlier and better treatment. Participants will be monitored with a wearable device, and if their AF burden is high, doctors w…
Sponsor: Navy General Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Acupuncture needles take on heart flutters: new trial tests ancient therapy after ablation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether adding acupuncture to standard care can reduce the return of irregular heartbeats in people with persistent atrial fibrillation who have already had a catheter ablation. About 120 adults aged 20 to 75 will be randomly assigned to receive either acupunctur…
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New procedure targets nerves to stop heart rhythm chaos
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a procedure that uses a catheter to ablate (destroy) a nerve near the heart, aiming to reduce signals that trigger ventricular tachycardia (VT), a dangerous fast heart rhythm. Ten adults with an implanted defibrillator (ICD) and recurrent VT will be enrolle…
Sponsor: SymKardia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Could some heart patients safely stop blood thinners after ablation?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether people with atrial fibrillation who have had a successful heart ablation and also have a heart stent can safely stop taking blood thinners. Participants who maintain a normal heart rhythm for at least a year after ablation will either continue blood th…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to cut stomach bleeding risk in heart patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether adding fexuprazan, a stomach acid reducer, to standard blood thinners can prevent upper gastrointestinal bleeding in people with atrial fibrillation. About 1,000 high-risk participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the combination therap…
Sponsor: Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Can a smartwatch help control a common heart rhythm problem?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two common heart rate-lowering drugs, verapamil and metoprolol, in 436 adults with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AF). It also tests whether using a smartwatch for self-care can reduce hospital visits and improve symptoms. The goal is to find better ways to m…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Martini Hospital Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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New device could free AF patients from lifelong blood thinners
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a device called CLAAS that closes a small pouch in the heart (left atrial appendage) to prevent strokes in people with atrial fibrillation. About 300 adults at high risk of stroke will get the device under conscious sedation (awake but relaxed). The goal is to se…
Sponsor: Conformal Medical, Inc • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Tiny pacemaker without wires could change heart care
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new, small pacemaker that doesn't need wires (leads) to help people with a slow heartbeat. About 15 adults with certain heart rhythm problems will get the device to see if it's safe and works well. The pacemaker is placed directly in the heart to keep the beat …
Sponsor: Cairdac SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Could smaller breaths save more lives after cardiac arrest?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial will test whether using smaller breaths (350ml) during CPR helps more people survive cardiac arrest compared to standard larger breaths (600ml). Paramedics will treat 1656 adults with presumed cardiac arrest. The main goal is to see if the smaller breaths lead to more …
Sponsor: Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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New combo procedure aims to fix heart rhythm and prevent stroke in one go
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will test a combined procedure in 150 people with atrial fibrillation (AFib) who are at risk for stroke. Doctors will use pulse field ablation to correct the heart's rhythm and then close off a small pouch in the heart (the left atrial appendage) to prevent blood clots…
Sponsor: Asklepios proresearch • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Can smart breathing devices save more cardiac arrest patients?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using special devices to precisely control breathing during CPR can help more people survive a cardiac arrest. About 852 adults who have a cardiac arrest in the hospital will be randomly assigned to either standard manual breathing help or breathing tailo…
Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Tiny pacemaker, no wires: new device tested for slow heartbeat
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new, wire-free pacemaker (ALPS) in 10 people with bradycardia (slow heart rate). The goal is to see if it is safe and works well. Participants will be monitored for device-related problems and how well the pacemaker controls their heart rhythm.
Sponsor: Cairdac SA • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Which ablation device works best for irregular heartbeat? large trial aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study will compare different pulse field ablation systems used to treat atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem. Over 1,100 patients will receive one of the standard treatments depending on the time period they are treated. Researchers will track whether AF r…
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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Could less be more? new trial tests lower epinephrine dose for cardiac arrest
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether giving a smaller dose of epinephrine (0.5 mg) during a heart attack outside the hospital helps more people survive with better brain function than the usual dose (1 mg). About 4,336 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the low or standard…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Central Hospital, Nancy, France • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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New blood thinner may be safer after valve surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two blood thinners, apixaban and warfarin, in 120 adults with atrial fibrillation who recently had heart valve repair or replacement. The goal is to see if apixaban causes fewer major bleeding events while still preventing blood clots. Participants will be fol…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Meshalkin Research Institute of Pathology of Circulation • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Extra burns may keep heart rhythm steady in persistent AF
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ablation procedures for people with persistent atrial fibrillation (AF), a heart rhythm problem. Half of the 450 participants will get standard treatment (isolating the pulmonary veins), while the other half will get extra ablation lines in the heart. The …
Sponsor: Charles University, Czech Republic • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Heart scar on MRI may decide who gets a lifesaving shock device
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether an implantable defibrillator (ICD) can reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death in people with non-ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy, a type of heart muscle disease not caused by blocked arteries. Researchers will use MRI scans to find heart scarring (fib…
Sponsor: University Medical Center Groningen • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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New heart device aims to fix irregular rhythm during surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a new device that uses pulsed electric fields to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) during planned heart surgery. Sixteen adults will receive the treatment and be followed for 6 months to check safety and whether the heart rhythm stays norma…
Sponsor: SuZhou Sinus Medical Technologies Co.,Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug boost heart ablation success?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether taking semaglutide (a drug used for diabetes and weight loss) before a standard heart procedure called catheter ablation can help prevent atrial fibrillation from coming back. The trial will include 240 adults with obesity and symptomatic atrial fibrillat…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of Luebeck • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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Heart pouch plug may cut stroke risk for AFib patients who Can't take blood thinners
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at a device called AnchorMan that is placed in the heart to seal a small pouch where clots can form. It is for people with a type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) who are at high risk for stroke. The main goal is to see how well the device gets covere…
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New study aims to perfect heart pacing lead placement
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests two different heart pacing leads—one without a hollow core (lumenless) and one with a stylet—to see which works better for left bundle branch pacing. About 288 people with slow heart rhythms will take part. Doctors will use continuous monitoring to guide the lead…
Sponsor: Ningbo No.2 Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Could a natural hormone help tame a common heart rhythm disorder?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early-stage trial tests whether relaxin, a natural hormone given as a daily injection, can reduce the burden of atrial fibrillation (AF) in 208 veterans who have not responded to standard medications and are scheduled for catheter ablation. The study aims to see if relaxin c…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: Deeptankar DeMazumder • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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New heart procedure could reduce transplants in End-Stage heart failure patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new approach for people with end-stage heart failure and permanent atrial fibrillation who are waiting for a heart transplant or heart pump. Participants will receive either a standard implantable defibrillator (ICD) alone or an ICD plus a special pacing lead a…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug boost heart surgery success?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether dapagliflozin, a drug typically used for diabetes, can reduce the return of atrial fibrillation after a heart ablation procedure. The study focuses on patients with persistent AF and increased epicardial adipose tissue (heart fat), which is linked to high…
Sponsor: Shanghai Chest Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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New catheter aims to tame stubborn AFib
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new shape-adaptive catheter that uses pulsed field ablation to treat persistent atrial fibrillation (AFib), a type of irregular heartbeat. 35 adults with persistent AFib will receive the procedure under general anesthesia. Researchers will check for serious sid…
Sponsor: The Third People's Hospital of Chengdu • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Electric pulses aim to tame irregular heartbeat after stroke prevention surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a procedure called pulsed field ablation in 70 people with atrial fibrillation who have already had a left atrial appendage occlusion to prevent stroke. The procedure uses electric pulses to destroy small areas of heart tissue causing the irregular rhythm. Resear…
Sponsor: First Affiliated Hospital of Ningbo University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New study pits dronedarone against standard drugs for AF control
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of medicine for atrial fibrillation (AF), a condition causing irregular heartbeat. About 1,900 adults diagnosed with AF in the past year will be randomly assigned to take either dronedarone or a standard Class Ic drug (like flecainide). Researchers w…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Inha University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Heart pouch showdown: which device best prevents strokes?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two medical devices (Amplatzer Amulet and LAmbre) used to close a small pouch in the heart called the left atrial appendage. The goal is to reduce stroke risk in people with an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) who are at high risk for bleeding from bl…
Sponsor: Fundación EPIC • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New CPR technique could boost survival after cardiac arrest
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new CPR method called Bio-CPR, which synchronizes chest compressions with ventilation using a machine. Researchers will compare it to standard CPR in 408 adults who have a witnessed cardiac arrest. The goal is to see if this coordinated approach improves breath…
Sponsor: Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Heart failure and AF: which procedure works best?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two procedures for treating atrial fibrillation (AF) in people with heart failure: catheter ablation to restore normal heart rhythm, or a pacemaker plus ablation to control heart rate. About 1056 adults with both conditions will be followed for several years t…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: University of British Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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New pacing method may offer drug-free relief for dangerous rapid heartbeats
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a temporary pacing technique to slow dangerously fast heart rates in people with atrial fibrillation who cannot use standard medications. Researchers will pace specific nerve fibers near the heart to see if it safely controls heart rate without permanent procedur…
Sponsor: Chinese University of Hong Kong • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New study to test best option for repeat AF treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at two ways to treat atrial fibrillation (AF) that comes back after a first ablation. Patients who still have symptoms despite medication will be randomly assigned to either a repeat ablation or a pacemaker with AV node ablation. The goal is to see which approach…
Sponsor: Jacqueline Joza • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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New study tests extra ablation targets to stop A-Fib recurrence
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests if burning extra spots outside the main heart veins can better control persistent atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat). About 406 adults having their first ablation will be split into two groups: one gets standard vein isolation, the other gets add…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Heart procedure upgrade: could extra ablation stop AFib return?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares two heart procedures for people with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition where the heart beats irregularly. One group gets standard ablation to isolate the pulmonary veins, while the other also gets ablation of the superior vena cava using pulse…
Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Could a common diabetes drug fix a rare heart condition?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis small study will test whether empagliflozin, a drug typically used for diabetes, can improve abnormal heart patterns in people with Brugada syndrome. Ten participants will take the drug daily for three months, and researchers will monitor their heart rhythms and any side eff…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:51 UTC
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New electric pulse treatment aims to tame atrial fibrillation
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new procedure called pulsed field ablation (PFA) using the FARAPULSE system to treat people with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, a type of irregular heartbeat. Researchers will enroll 200 Chinese patients to see if the procedure can safely isolate the veins tha…
Sponsor: Shanghai Zhongshan Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:15 UTC
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Heart ablation showdown: which technique stops fainting best?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests two heart ablation methods—right atrial only vs. bi-atrial—to see which better prevents fainting caused by reflex syncope. Fifty adults aged 18–60 with severe, recurrent fainting will be monitored with an implantable loop recorder. The goal is to find the most ef…
Sponsor: Istituto Auxologico Italiano • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:13 UTC
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New technique could speed up lifesaving care for newborns in crisis
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to place an emergency IV line through the umbilical cord in newborns who need urgent resuscitation. The procedure aims to deliver adrenaline faster than the standard method. Researchers will enroll 26 full-term babies to see if the new technique can res…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Hôpital NOVO • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:55 UTC
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New device aims to protect the breathing nerve during heart ablation
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing the Circle Safe System, a device that stimulates the phrenic nerve and records the diaphragm's electrical response during pulmonary vein ablation for atrial fibrillation. The study enrolls up to 50 adults scheduled for this procedure. All participants rece…
Sponsor: Circle Safe, Inc. • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can heart monitors catch hidden irregular heartbeats before they strike?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing whether continuous heart monitoring can lower unplanned hospital visits in adults with heart failure who have never shown signs of atrial fibrillation. One group receives a small monitor implanted under the chest skin, another uses a handheld device for we…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Medisch Spectrum Twente • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Magnetic heart scan may outshine ECG for predicting dangerous heart rhythms
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study at Mayo Clinic will enroll 100 adults with atrial fibrillation who are taking the drug dofetilide. Researchers will compare a non-invasive magnetic heart scan (magnetocardiography, or MCG) with the standard ECG to see which better predicts safe drug dosing and heart co…
Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a neck patch spot a heartbeat faster than a Doctor's fingers?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a Doppler ultrasound patch placed on the neck can quickly and accurately detect when a cardiac arrest patient's heart starts beating again during emergency resuscitation. The patch's readings are compared to those from an arterial line, the gold standard …
Sponsor: Heartstream US LLC • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can an AI spot a heart rhythm disorder two hours before it happens?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence software, SMD-AFECG, can predict the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) within the next two hours using data from a single-lead electrocardiogram (ECG). Researchers will analyze nearly 800 ECG recordings from a hospital database, …
Sponsor: HUINNO Co., Ltd • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI reads Single-Lead ECG to predict AFib with rapid heart rate within two hours
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence software called SMD-RVECG can predict the risk of atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response (a fast, irregular heart rhythm) within the next two hours. Researchers will analyze 348 existing single-lead electrocardiogra…
Sponsor: HUINNO Co., Ltd • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple CT scan replace an invasive procedure to detect dangerous heart clots?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether an additional CT scan of the heart, taken right after a standard scan for lung clots, can effectively detect blood clots in the left atrial appendage (LAA) in people with atrial fibrillation. Currently, detecting these clots requires a more involved pr…
Sponsor: Northwell Health • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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30,000 seniors to wear heart patches in massive Stroke-Prevention study
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a small, wearable patch that records heart activity for 7 days can find undiagnosed atrial fibrillation (a common heart rhythm problem) in 30,000 Chinese adults aged 60 and older. Participants will wear the patch and then be followed for up to 10 year…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Local pharmacies join fight against stroke with quick heart check-ups for seniors
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will see if community pharmacies can effectively screen people aged 65 and older for atrial fibrillation, a heart condition that raises stroke risk. Trained pharmacists will use a small, portable ECG device to record a 30-second heart reading. If the result is abnormal…
Sponsor: Centro de Emergencias Sanitarias 061 Andalucía • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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AI and CT scans could uncover silent heart threat in AF patients
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to find a hidden heart condition called cardiac amyloidosis in people with atrial fibrillation (AF). Researchers will use AI to analyze EKGs and CT scans to spot early signs of the disease. About 500 adults with AF and certain warning signs will be spli…
Sponsor: Samsung Medical Center • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:28 UTC
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AI-Powered smartwatches hunt for stealthy heart condition in stroke survivors
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether using artificial intelligence (AI) along with a smartwatch and a heart monitor patch can find a hidden heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation (AF) in people who have had a stroke. AF can cause strokes, but it often comes and goes without symptoms…
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:10 UTC
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AI-Powered 1-Minute ECG could spot hidden heart risks
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study will enroll 5000 adults to see if a one-minute, single-lead ECG, analyzed by machine learning, can detect heart conditions like high blood pressure, heart failure, and diabetes. Participants will have their ECG recorded twice and compared with full medical exams. The g…
Sponsor: I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Blood test may speed up epilepsy diagnosis in ER
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether measuring a protein called S100B in the blood can help emergency doctors quickly tell if a person's fainting spell was caused by epilepsy or something else, like a heart problem. About 100 adults who come to the ER after losing consciousness will give …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Smartphone heart test for kids could replace wires
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests if a smartphone app and a special bed mat can detect a type of fast heartbeat (supraventricular tachycardia) in children aged 0-10. Researchers will compare these methods to the standard hospital heart monitor. If successful, it could make diagnosis easier and le…
Sponsor: University of Turku • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New ultrasound method could replace needles for shock detection in ER
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a simple bedside ultrasound of the inferior vena cava can detect low blood volume in shock patients as accurately as the standard invasive central venous pressure monitoring. Researchers will enroll 80 adults with shock from blood loss, infection, or othe…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Your voice may soon detect hidden heart trouble
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new technology that listens to your voice during short phone calls to detect atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm problem. Researchers will enroll 40 adults scheduled for a heart reset procedure (cardioversion) and compare voice recordings with standard h…
Sponsor: Vital Audio Inc • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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AI heart scanner aims to catch silent AFib before it strikes
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence-enhanced ECG (SmartECG-AFrisk) can detect atrial fibrillation (AF) earlier than usual care in 1,230 adults with symptoms like palpitations or dizziness but no prior AF diagnosis. Participants are randomly assigned to either stan…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:01 UTC
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Zapping the ear: a new way to stop Post-Surgery heart rhythm problems?
Prevention Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing whether mild electrical stimulation of a nerve in the ear can prevent atrial fibrillation, a common irregular heartbeat, after off-pump coronary artery bypass surgery. Adults scheduled for this heart surgery receive either the stimulation plus standard car…
Sponsor: Ruijin Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Nerve block before bypass may stop post-surgery heart flutter
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a numbing injection around a nerve cluster in the neck, given just before heart bypass surgery, can prevent a common complication called atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) in the first week after surgery. About 450 adults scheduled for bypass will …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Mayo Clinic • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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A tiny surgical step might stop a common heart rhythm problem after bypass
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether cutting out a small fibrous structure called the Ligament of Marshall during minimally invasive heart bypass surgery can prevent new-onset atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) that often occurs after the operation. The study will include 628 adult…
Sponsor: Peking University Third Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a 'robotic cough' stop deadly pneumonia in ICU patients?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests two non-invasive methods to keep the airways clear in adults who are unconscious or severely ill and need a breathing tube. One method uses a special tube with continuous low-pressure suction, and the other delivers a programmed 'artificial cough' through t…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Hospital San Carlos, Madrid • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Aug 08, 2026 00:03 UTC
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Could a simple 14-day heart monitor patch prevent strokes in at-risk seniors?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether screening older veterans (age 65 and older) who have a higher risk of atrial fibrillation—a condition where the heart beats irregularly—can reduce their chances of stroke, heart failure, or death. Participants selected for screening wear a small, w…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart drugs tested to stop AFib after TAVR
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether two heart medications, metoprolol and amiodarone, can prevent new-onset atrial fibrillation (AFib) in people who develop minor rhythm issues after transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). About 198 participants will be randomly assigned to one of th…
Sponsor: Shanghai East Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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Common sedative may stop dangerous heart rhythm after surgery
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether the sedative drug dexmedetomidine can prevent new-onset atrial fibrillation (a fast, irregular heartbeat) in the days after mitral valve surgery. Researchers will randomly give 140 adults either the drug or a placebo during and after surgery. The goal is …
Sponsor: Ain Shams University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Smart alerts aim to slash stroke risk in heart patients
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an electronic alert in doctors' computers can increase the use of blood thinners to prevent strokes in people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). About 2,500 high-risk patients who are not currently on blood thinners will take part. The goa…
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Could two blood thinners be better than one for stroke prevention?
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study compares apixaban alone versus apixaban plus clopidogrel for 30 days in people who have had a stroke and have both atrial fibrillation and atherosclerosis. About 586 participants will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments. The goal is to see if the combinat…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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New study aims to stop heart rhythm problems after bypass surgery
Prevention Not yet recruitingThis study will test two different surgical techniques used during heart bypass surgery to see which one better prevents a common complication called atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat). The trial will involve 122 adults having their first planned bypass surgery. Researcher…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Prevention
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Can a breathing workout and walks help dialysis patients with irregular heartbeats?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingResearchers test whether adding inspiratory muscle training to a walking program helps adults on hemodialysis who also have atrial fibrillation. Participants do breathing exercises through a mouthpiece and walk for six minutes, while the study tracks heart rate, blood pressure, k…
Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Duel of ablation catheters: which wins for persistent AF?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingResearchers compare two pulsed-field ablation catheters, the Sphere-9 lattice-tip and the FARAPULSE pentaspline, in people with symptomatic persistent atrial fibrillation. All participants undergo pulmonary vein isolation, the only allowed ablation lesion set, and receive an impl…
Sponsor: Mitera Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Front-Back vs. Front-Side: which defibrillator pad placement saves more lives?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingEmergency medical services teams use defibrillator pads to shock the heart during out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. The VECTORS trial compares two standard pad placements: one with pads on the front and back of the chest, and one with pads on the front and side. Researchers will tr…
Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a fast naloxone dose save hearts stopped by opioids?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing whether giving naloxone soon after resuscitation starts can help people whose hearts stop outside the hospital after an opioid overdose. The trial enrolls adults in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest who are at risk of opioid involvement and who have received …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pulsed electric fields take aim at irregular heartbeats
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingResearchers are testing a cardiac pulsed field ablation system that uses a spherical catheter to treat symptomatic, recurrent paroxysmal atrial fibrillation that has not responded to drugs. The trial enrolls 284 adults and randomly assigns them to either the investigational pulse…
Sponsor: Shanghai Shineyo Medical Co., Ltd. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a tiny catheter slash opioid use after Open-Heart surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether placing a small catheter near the breastbone to deliver local anesthetic can reduce pain after coronary artery bypass surgery. Half of the participants will receive this catheter-based pain relief, while the other half gets standard care. Researchers will…
Sponsor: Koc University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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One-Doctor sedation could speed up heart treatment
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two ways to sedate patients during a heart scan and electric shock treatment for atrial fibrillation. Currently, a cardiologist gives mild sedation for the scan, but an anaesthesiologist must give stronger sedation for the shock, causing delays. Researchers wa…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Gødstrup Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple mineral tame a racing heart? new trial tests magnesium for AFib
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving magnesium along with the standard drug metoprolol can quickly lower a dangerously fast heart rate in people with atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. About 196 adults in the emergency room will receive either magnesium or a placebo, plus metoprol…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which pain block is best for gallbladder surgery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of nerve blocks—Intertransverse Process Block and M-TAPA—for pain after laparoscopic gallbladder removal. Sixty adults will be randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks. The main goal is to see which block provides better pain relief and reduces…
Sponsor: Antalya City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Could a lighter sedation improve heart procedure recovery?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares deep sedation using a combination of three drugs (dexmedetomidine, remimazolam, and remifentanil) to standard general anaesthesia for patients undergoing a procedure to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). The goal is to see if deep sedation can…
Sponsor: Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanchang University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Which pain block is best for hernia surgery? new trial aims to find out
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will compare two types of nerve blocks—Transversalis Fascia Plane Block and M-TAPA—for controlling pain after laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair. Sixty adults aged 18–65 will be randomly assigned to receive one of the blocks before surgery. Researchers will measure pa…
Sponsor: Antalya City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Which shock strength works best for AF? new trial aims to settle the debate
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether starting with a higher shock energy (360 J) is better than a standard 200 J for restoring normal heart rhythm in people with atrial fibrillation. About 400 adults will be randomly assigned to one of three groups, including a personalized approach based on…
Sponsor: Motol and Homolka University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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New study tests better pain relief after hysterectomy
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of nerve blocks to control pain after laparoscopic hysterectomy. Sixty women aged 18-65 will receive either an Intertransverse Process Block or an M-TAPA block. The main goal is to see which block provides better pain relief in the first 24 hours aft…
Sponsor: Antalya City Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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Lighter sedation may be safer for AFib heart procedure
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 224 adults with a type of irregular heartbeat called paroxysmal atrial fibrillation who are getting a first-time heart procedure called pulsed-field ablation. Researchers want to see if using conscious sedation (being awake but relaxed) is safer than general a…
Sponsor: Beijing Anzhen Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a simple numbing drug make heart ablation less disruptive?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether giving lidocaine through an IV can reduce diaphragm twitching and coughing during a procedure called pulse field ablation for atrial fibrillation. Sixty adults with AFib will be randomly assigned to receive lidocaine or a placebo (saline). The goal is to …
Phase 4 • Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Yoga may ease IVF stress, new study hopes to prove
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a four-week virtual yoga program can improve quality of life and reduce anxiety and depression in people going through IVF. About 80 participants will either take weekly yoga classes or continue with their usual care. Researchers will track changes in moo…
Sponsor: Villanova University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC
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Future thinking boosts Pill-Taking in heart patients?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a simple mental exercise called episodic future thinking to help people with atrial fibrillation stick to their blood thinner medication. 68 participants will be split into two groups: one gets the future-thinking prompts plus usual care, the other gets usual car…
Sponsor: Jiawen You • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:04 UTC
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The clotting test that could reshape warfarin care in egypt
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingPeople with rheumatic heart disease and atrial fibrillation take warfarin to prevent strokes, but the drug only works safely when blood clotting stays in a narrow target range. Researchers at Assiut University are studying about 90 Egyptian adults on warfarin for at least six mon…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Why do some children arrive at the ER with a racing or skipping heart?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingResearchers at Assiut University Children Hospital are studying how often children who come to the emergency department have an abnormal heart rhythm. The study includes children aged 1 month to 18 years who arrive with symptoms such as palpitations, chest pain, fainting, or trou…
Sponsor: Assiut University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New 3D Heart-Mapping device tested in 50-Patient registry
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect real-world information on the VERAFEYE system, a device that creates 3D images of the heart during procedures to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and to close the left atrial appendage (a small pouch in the heart). About 50 adults will ta…
Sponsor: LUMA Vision Ltd. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Short CPR practice sessions at work may sharpen hospital resuscitation skills
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingCardiac arrest survival in hospitals stays low, and staff on regular wards rarely face these emergencies. Researchers are studying a simulation-based self-training program that lets nurses, doctors, and assistants practice CPR without leaving their department. The study looks at …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Wearable patches could spot heart danger hiding in cancer treatment
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study is testing whether wearable patch monitors can help detect heart problems early in adults undergoing treatment for breast cancer, blood cancers, or multiple myeloma. Participants will wear two patches—one that tracks heart rhythm continuously and another that rec…
Sponsor: University of Minnesota • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI heart maps may forecast who needs more than a standard ablation for AFib
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether artificial intelligence software can predict if atrial fibrillation will return within a year after a standard ablation procedure. Researchers will use the Volta AF-Xplorer II software to map abnormal electrical areas in the hearts of 125 people with pers…
Sponsor: Volta Medical • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple web tool fix racial gaps in blood thinner use?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a web-based decision aid for Black and White patients with atrial fibrillation who need to choose whether to take blood thinners to prevent strokes. The tool explains risks and benefits and asks about personal preferences. The study will check if the tool i…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI avatars could be the key to getting veterans into heart trials
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether AI-generated avatar videos and a chatbot can better engage older Veterans in cardiovascular clinical trials compared to standard mailed letters. Veterans aged 65 and older with heart conditions will receive either a routine invitation or a link to a websi…
Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can broken supply chains delay heart procedures? a new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study observes how supply chain problems affect the availability of intracardiac echocardiography (ICE) catheters, which are used during certain heart procedures. Researchers will track real-world procurement attempts, including delays, cancellations, and substitutions, to s…
Sponsor: Truway Health, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New heart camera aims to make procedures safer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new ultrasound catheter called VeriSight Pro that takes pictures from inside the heart. Doctors will use it during procedures like closing a hole in the heart or fixing a valve. The goal is to see if it helps guide these procedures safely and effectively. A…
Sponsor: Philips Clinical & Medical Affairs Global • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test may forecast brain recovery after cardiac arrest
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates whether levels of a protein called neurofilament light chain (NFL) in the blood can predict neurological recovery in people who remain comatose after a cardiac arrest. Researchers will measure NFL at several time points over the first week in the ICU and c…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict apixaban levels in asian hearts?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study looks at how the blood thinner apixaban is processed in the bodies of Asian patients with atrial fibrillation. Researchers will analyze existing medical records and blood concentration data from about 200 patients to understand how factors like kidney fun…
Sponsor: Chulalongkorn University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 07, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Blood test before heart surgery may flag risk of dangerous heart rhythm
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingAbout one in three people who have open-heart surgery develop an irregular heartbeat called postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF), which raises the risk of stroke and other complications. This study is testing whether a blood marker called lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), can identif…
Sponsor: Anthony Tang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI as a second opinion: could a chatbot improve chronic disease care?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a medical artificial intelligence (AI) tool can assist primary care doctors in managing chronic conditions like heart disease, atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and stroke. Doctors in the intervention group use the AI to help make decisions about assess…
Sponsor: Jiangsu Taizhou People's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Do antiplatelet drugs work the same in patients over 80? a study puts it to the test.
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study examines how antiplatelet medications affect platelet function in people over 80 with atrial fibrillation who have received a Watchman implant. Researchers will measure various markers of platelet reactivity before and after treatment to see if clotting r…
Sponsor: University of Michigan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 26, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart signals may reveal if a common AFib procedure will last
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis trial investigates whether analyzing electrical signals from the heart during pulsed field ablation can tell doctors how well the catheter is touching tissue and whether the resulting scar will be permanent. About 60 people with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation will undergo th…
Sponsor: University Medical Centre Ljubljana • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI heart check may skip ultrasound for AFib patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence (AI) analysis of a simple electrocardiogram (ECG) can safely replace routine heart ultrasound (echocardiography) in managing atrial fibrillation (AF). About 1,724 adults with AF will be randomly assigned to either AI-ECG guided …
Sponsor: Seoul National University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI-Powered ECG could reveal hidden heart recovery after ablation
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether an artificial intelligence analysis of standard electrocardiograms (ECGs) can track heart muscle recovery in people with atrial fibrillation and mild heart failure who undergo catheter ablation. Researchers will follow 1,000 participants for a year, using…
Sponsor: Ewha Womans University Mokdong Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Smartwatches track hidden heart risk in blood cancer patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study investigates how often atrial fibrillation (AF), a type of irregular heartbeat, occurs in people with certain blood cancers who are starting a targeted cancer drug called a Bruton's tyrosine kinase inhibitor (BTKI). Researchers will follow 500 participants—400 starting…
Sponsor: Tina Baykaner • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New study aims to uncover hidden heart risks in CKM syndrome
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how atrial cardiomyopathy—a condition where the heart's upper chambers are damaged—relates to cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome, a cluster of heart, kidney, and metabolic problems. Researchers will use non-invasive tests like ECG, echocardiography…
Sponsor: Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a simple Chest-and-Arm patch replace bulky heart monitors?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new wearable system called M2VS that measures heart activity (ECG) and blood pressure continuously for 24 hours. Researchers want to see if it works as well as standard monitors like Holter ECG and ambulatory blood pressure monitors. The study involves 20 adult…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart device data may unlock secrets of rare heart muscle disease
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks back at the medical records of 300 people with arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy who have an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) and have had dangerous heart rhythms. Researchers want to count how often ICD-related problems occur, such as lead failure or ina…
Sponsor: Policlinico Casilino ASL RMB • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 09, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Massive heart study aims to sharpen diagnosis and cut needless hospital stays
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 25,000 people referred to a specialized heart clinic with symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. Researchers will track which heart conditions are actually diagnosed and how patients are evaluated. The goal is to improve diagnostic accuracy and unders…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Heart surgery aftermath: new study seeks to predict and prevent dangerous rhythm problems
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will look at data from 918 adults who had planned heart surgery to find out why some develop atrial fibrillation, a common and serious irregular heartbeat. The researchers will also examine whether newer anesthesia methods, like a nerve block, might help protect agains…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can AI predict heart trouble in IBD patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, to better understand their risk of serious heart problems like stroke and heart attack. Researchers will collect information on therapy, disease activity, lifestyle…
Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Can we predict sudden cardiac death after a heart attack? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 400 people who had a heart attack and have moderately reduced heart function (ejection fraction 35-50%). Participants will get a small implantable heart monitor to track their heart rhythm for up to 5 years. The goal is to identify markers that could predic…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Clermont-Ferrand • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Blood test may reveal hidden heart damage in AFib patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 150 people with persistent atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) who are scheduled for a heart procedure called ablation. Researchers want to see if levels of a protein called BDNF in the blood are linked to signs of heart muscle damage (atrial c…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Dijon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Kidney disease linked to dangerous heart rhythms – new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to find out how common heart rhythm problems are in people with chronic kidney disease, both those on dialysis and those not yet on dialysis. Researchers will use a simple ECG test to check for abnormal heart rates and electrical changes. The goal is to better und…
Sponsor: Sohag University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Can ECG algorithms pinpoint dangerous heart rhythms in tetralogy of fallot patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study checks whether three common ECG-based methods can accurately locate where abnormal heart rhythms start in adults who had Tetralogy of Fallot repair. Researchers will pace the heart from known spots during a scheduled procedure and compare the predicted location to the …
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:03 UTC
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Dispatcher training could boost cardiac arrest survival
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if improving how emergency dispatchers handle calls and model their actions can speed up the detection of cardiac arrest and improve CPR quality. Researchers will study 4,000 people who experience cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. The goal is to learn i…
Sponsor: Lithuanian University of Health Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New heart ablation method may spare stomach side effects
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares two types of heart ablation for people with persistent atrial fibrillation: pulsed field ablation and radiofrequency ablation. The goal is to see which one causes fewer stomach problems after the procedure. Twenty participants will be matched by age and health…
Sponsor: Xijing Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Heart procedure showdown: which ablation system sends fewer clots to the brain?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will compare five different pulsed field ablation systems used to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). The goal is to see which system causes the fewest tiny clots (microemboli) that travel to the brain during the procedure. One hundred adults with atria…
Sponsor: Ivan Zeljkovic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Can a simple chat after CPR save responders from trauma?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 75 volunteer first responders who are alerted via a smartphone app to help in out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. Researchers want to understand how these stressful events affect the volunteers' mental health and whether a structured follow-up conversation can hel…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Aachen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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Brain mapping study aims to uncover why some epilepsy patients stop breathing during seizures
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will use brain electrodes (SEEG) and breathing monitors in 20 adults with drug-resistant epilepsy to map which brain areas control breathing during a challenge. The goal is to understand why some patients experience fatal breathing arrest after seizures (SUDEP). No tre…
Sponsor: Hospices Civils de Lyon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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App-Alerted volunteers may boost cardiac arrest survival
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study examines whether volunteers alerted by a smartphone app can improve survival for people who have a cardiac arrest outside the hospital. Researchers will compare outcomes for about 5,200 adults who either did or did not receive help from these first responders. The goal…
Sponsor: Azienda Usl di Bologna • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:32 UTC
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New study eyes Tirzepatide's hidden impact on joints and heart
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study in Mexico will follow 30 adults already taking tirzepatide for conditions like diabetes or obesity. Researchers will use MRI scans of the knees, CT scans of the heart, and body composition tests to see how the drug affects cartilage, heart fat, and overal…
Sponsor: JULIO GRANADOS MONTIEL • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Could a greener anesthesia method be safer for your heart?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 128 adults having gallbladder surgery to see if using a low-flow (more eco-friendly) versus normal-flow sevoflurane anesthesia changes heart electrical signals linked to dangerous rhythms. Researchers will measure these signals before, during, and after surger…
Sponsor: Istanbul University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Massive study aims to make emergency intubations safer
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect information on 1,200 emergency intubations across multiple hospitals in Taiwan. Researchers will track how often the tube is placed correctly on the first try and how often serious problems like low oxygen, low blood pressure, or cardiac arrest occur. The …
Sponsor: Chang Gung Memorial Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Virtual heart twin could predict who needs a defibrillator
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will create a digital twin of the heart for 1,000 people who have had a heart attack. The goal is to see if this computer model can better predict who is at risk for sudden cardiac death compared to the current standard method. Participants will undergo a cardiac CT sc…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Bordeaux • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:07 UTC
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New study aims to predict heart risks in pregnancy with simple monitoring
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will enroll 1,000 pregnant women and their fetuses to establish normal ranges for heart sounds and ECGs. The goal is to develop early warning systems for serious heart events in mothers, progression of fetal heart defects, and autoimmune-related fetal hea…
Sponsor: Yihua He,MD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Can reusing heart catheters be safe and green? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether re-sterilized (reprocessed) catheters work as well as new ones for heart ablation procedures. About 200 adults needing this treatment will be randomly assigned to get either a new or a reprocessed catheter. Researchers will compare how long the procedu…
Sponsor: Ivan Zeljkovic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Drones vs. ambulances: can flying defibrillators save more lives?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study explores whether drones can deliver automated external defibrillators (AEDs) faster than traditional ambulances in simulated cardiac arrest scenarios. Researchers will compare drone and ambulance response times in different city locations and traffic conditions. Twenty…
Sponsor: Ye Sheng • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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New heart ablation method's impact on heart tissue to be revealed by MRI
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how a new type of heart ablation (pulsed-field ablation) changes the heart's structure in people with atrial fibrillation. Researchers will use MRI scans before and 4 months after the procedure to measure scarring and function. About 39 adults with persistent …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Heart Patients' pill habits under the microscope in new study
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check how well heart failure and atrial fibrillation patients take their medicines after being admitted to the coronary care unit. Researchers will interview 250 adults to understand their medication beliefs and whether their prescriptions are appropriate. The goa…
Sponsor: AlFayhaa General Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Heart inflammation study seeks to predict deadly rhythms
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks back at medical records of 1500 adults hospitalized for acute myocarditis (heart muscle inflammation). The goal is to find out how often dangerous heart rhythms occur and what factors predict them. No new treatments are tested—researchers will use existing data t…
Sponsor: AZ Sint-Jan AV • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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10,000 AF patients tracked to find stroke threshold
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study will follow 10,000 people with atrial fibrillation for 24 months. Researchers will use smartwatch data to measure how much time the heart is in AF (AF burden) and see if that predicts strokes or blood clots. The goal is to find a clear threshold where blo…
Sponsor: Navy General Hospital, Beijing • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Heart Patients' breathing settings under review: could an algorithm do better?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 100 adults who needed a breathing machine after a heart attack or cardiac arrest. Researchers want to see how often acid-base problems happen and compare the settings doctors used with those suggested by a computer algorithm. The goal is to improve future care…
Sponsor: Laval University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Can your muscles predict a heart attack? new AI study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 421 people who are getting a heart device (ICD) to see if muscle health can help predict sudden cardiac death. Researchers will use AI to combine muscle scans, blood tests, and other data to build a risk prediction tool. No new treatments are tested—the goal i…
Sponsor: China National Center for Cardiovascular Diseases • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New software aims to perfect heart ablation by reading electrical signals
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test a new software system that measures tiny electrical signals in the heart after a procedure called pulsed field ablation, used to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). Researchers will enroll 30 adults with AF who are already scheduled for ablati…
Sponsor: CathVision ApS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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Could a new drug help the body recover after cardiac arrest?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a drug called GC7 in 20 people who have had a cardiac arrest and been revived. The goal is to see if GC7 can reduce cell damage caused by the sudden return of blood and oxygen. Researchers will measure stress levels in blood cells and look for signs of improved r…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:02 UTC
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AI tool aims to predict deadly repeat cardiac arrests in real time
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a machine learning device that uses heart tracings (ECG) to predict if a person will have another cardiac arrest after being revived. Researchers will first see if EMS providers find the device useful in simulated scenarios, then test its accuracy in 68 real pati…
Sponsor: MetroHealth Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Belly fat may predict heart rhythm trouble after bypass surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 300 people having planned coronary bypass surgery to see if the amount of belly fat they carry affects their risk of developing atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat) after the operation. Before surgery, doctors will use ultrasound to measure t…
Sponsor: Kartal Kosuyolu Yuksek Ihtisas Education and Research Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New pacemaker technique aims to prevent heart rhythm problems
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new way to place a pacemaker lead in the heart's upper chambers. The goal is to see if pacing a specific area (Bachmann's bundle) can keep the heartbeat more natural and reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation. About 200 adults who need a pacemaker will take par…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Caen • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Heart MRI may forecast Post-Surgery rhythm problems
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a special MRI scan can predict if patients will develop an irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) after heart bypass surgery. About 100 adults scheduled for bypass will get an MRI before surgery and wear a heart monitor for a year. The goal is to fi…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Saint Etienne • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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AI could predict strokes before they happen in heart patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether an artificial intelligence (AI) tool can better predict stroke risk in 1,000 people aged 65-95 with atrial fibrillation, compared to current methods. The AI analyzes health records and heart data to identify high-risk individuals early. The goal is to…
Sponsor: Fundacio d'Investigacio en Atencio Primaria Jordi Gol i Gurina • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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AI could predict dangerous heart rhythms after major surgery
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to see if artificial intelligence can predict serious heart rhythm problems, like atrial fibrillation, after high-risk surgeries. Researchers will record ECGs from 300 adults before surgery and analyze over 200 heart cycle parameters to find the best prediction me…
Sponsor: I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New study aims to decode biomarkers in common heart rhythm problems
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will measure various biomarkers in 200 people with certain heart rhythm problems (ventricular tachycardia, premature ventricular contractions, and AVNRT) who are scheduled for a catheter ablation procedure. The goal is to see if these biomarkers are linked to the speci…
Sponsor: University of Luebeck • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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New survey aims to improve telemedicine by listening to patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new questionnaire called PET (Patient Experience in Telehealth) to see if it accurately measures how patients feel about telemedicine visits. Researchers will ask 200 adults who had a telemedicine appointment at an Italian hospital to fill out the survey. The g…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:02 UTC
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Tiny implant to unmask silent heart rhythm disorder in valve patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will implant a small heart monitor under the skin of 100 people with moderate-to-severe mitral valve regurgitation who have few or no symptoms. The device will track heart rhythms for up to three years to find hidden atrial fibrillation that standard tests might miss. …
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet, Denmark • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:01 UTC
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Could cancer antibodies trigger heart problems? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check if people with metastatic breast or colon cancer have antibodies that might also attack the heart. Researchers will collect blood samples and ECGs from 196 participants over 12 months. The goal is to see if these antibodies raise the risk of dangerous heart …
Sponsor: IRCCS Policlinico S. Donato • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Hidden gut risk after CPR: new study investigates colon damage
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how often colon damage (ischemia) happens in people who survive cardiac arrest and receive CPR. Researchers will perform a bedside colonoscopy 24-36 hours after CPR to check for colon injury. The goal is to better understand this complication and improve care …
Sponsor: University Hospital Freiburg • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Caribbean ECMO registry launches to track Life-Saving machine outcomes
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect information from 1,200 patients in the French West Indies and Guiana who received ECMO, a machine that helps the heart and lungs. Researchers aim to track survival rates and complications to better understand how ECMO works in this region. The study does n…
Sponsor: University of Genova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC
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Can your genes predict heart surgery risks? new study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will collect blood, urine, stool, voice recordings, and other data from 3000 adults having planned heart surgery. Researchers will analyze this information to find markers that could predict complications like delirium, bleeding, kidney injury, and irregular heartbeat.…
Sponsor: Medical University of Gdansk • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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IVF egg hunt: does flushing follicles boost harvest?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether rinsing (flushing) ovarian follicles during egg retrieval can increase the number of mature eggs collected for IVF. In 75 women undergoing IVF, one ovary will be flushed and the other will not, and the egg yields will be compared. The goal is to see if th…
Sponsor: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Heart fat may hold clues to irregular heartbeat
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study uses CT scans to compare heart fat and chamber size in people with and without atrial fibrillation (AF). Researchers will enroll 600 adults to see if fat distribution differs between those with normal rhythm, occasional AF, and persistent AF. No drugs or treatments are…
Sponsor: xiaoya wang • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:08 UTC
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Massive study to uncover hidden risks in heart patients with metabolic issues
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow about 3,500 adults in China who have atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) along with metabolic disorders like obesity, diabetes, or high cholesterol. Researchers want to learn how these combined conditions affect risks for stroke, heart failure, and…
Sponsor: Xiangya Hospital of Central South University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New study tests smarter pacing to prevent heart rhythm problems
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 460 adults who need a pacemaker but have never had atrial fibrillation. Researchers will compare three pacing approaches to see which one best reduces brief, device-detected atrial high-rate episodes over two years. The goal is to find out if pacing the heart'…
Sponsor: University Hospital of Patras • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Breath test may prevent fluid overload in ICU patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether measuring changes in exhaled carbon dioxide (a breath test) during a leg-raising maneuver can help predict if a critically ill patient needs more fluids. Doctors often struggle to balance giving enough fluids without causing harm from too much. The stu…
Sponsor: Izmir Katip Celebi University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Pacemaker study aims to unlock secrets of heart rhythm
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 500 people with dual-chamber pacemakers to see how the pacemaker's programming affects the development of permanent atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart rhythm problem. Researchers will track AF episodes, quality of life, hospitalizations, and deaths ov…
Sponsor: Ilya Lukin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Sticky patch could replace wires for hospital heart monitoring
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests a small, sticky patch that records heart rhythms in hospitalized patients who need continuous monitoring. The patch sends data to a central system for real-time alerts and later review. Researchers want to see if it helps doctors make faster decisions about treat…
Sponsor: Yonsei University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Could heart and muscle disorders share a genetic cause?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether people with certain heart rhythm disorders also carry genetic variants linked to a rare muscle condition called non-dystrophic myotonia. Researchers will review medical records of 570 participants and invite some for a neurological exam and electromyog…
Sponsor: Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Does low progesterone hurt frozen embryo transfer success?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will check progesterone levels in 659 women on the day of a frozen embryo transfer. The goal is to see how common low progesterone is and whether it is linked to lower pregnancy rates. Participants will have one extra blood draw, and their pregnancy outcomes will be tr…
Sponsor: Shady Grove Fertility Reproductive Science Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Could a WhatsApp chatbot improve heart recovery?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a WhatsApp-based chatbot can help people recovering from atrial fibrillation ablation. About 76 adults will either use the chatbot to report symptoms and well-being for 3 months or receive standard hospital follow-up. The goal is to see if the chatbot is …
Sponsor: Ana Rita Londral, PhD • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Timing of CT scans after cardiac arrest: a Life-or-Death puzzle?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether getting a CT scan sooner after a person's heart stops outside the hospital and is revived can help them live longer. Researchers will review records from 5,000 adults treated at six hospitals in Taiwan. The goal is to find the best timing for CT scans …
Sponsor: National Taiwan University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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AI could predict your ICU stay after a heart attack
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 5,000 patients who survived a cardiac arrest and were admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU). Researchers will use artificial intelligence to analyze past medical records and create a model that predicts how long a patient will stay in the ICU, their brain …
Sponsor: Bezmialem Vakif University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Could a slower heartbeat boost quality of life for heart patients?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 40 adults with atrial fibrillation and heart failure to see if lowering their resting heart rate from 100-110 bpm to a more normal level improves exercise ability and quality of life. Participants will do treadmill tests before and after either a cardioversion…
Sponsor: Habib Khan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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New imaging methods could sharpen radiation targeting for heart condition
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study tests new MRI and CT imaging methods to better identify scar tissue in the heart that causes a dangerous fast heartbeat called ventricular tachycardia (VT). About 15 adults with VT and heart disease will get these scans. The goal is to see if the scans can clearly show…
Sponsor: Stewart Gaede • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Quick blood test could spot ICU patients at highest risk of death
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis observational study tests a new bedside device that measures nucleosome levels in the blood of critically ill ICU patients. Researchers want to see if these levels can predict which patients are likely to die within 30 days. The study will enroll 130 adults with conditions l…
Sponsor: Erasme University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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1,100-Patient study aims to predict repeat heart ablation success
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 1,100 people with atrial fibrillation who have a pulsed field ablation procedure. The goal is to find out which patient traits and procedure details make a repeat ablation more likely. Researchers will track heart rhythm problems and side effects for one ye…
Sponsor: Instituto de Investigación Sanitaria Aragón • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Could a bedside scanner predict coma recovery?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study compares a standard high-field MRI with a portable low-field MRI to see if the portable version can detect brain damage in people in a coma after cardiac arrest. Researchers will scan 60 participants (30 coma patients and 30 healthy volunteers) multiple times over two …
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:29 UTC
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Could your sex change how well heart ablation works?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 700 people having their first heart ablation for atrial fibrillation to see if men and women have different heart structures and outcomes. Researchers will compare anatomy, procedure details, and how well the treatment works after 12 months. The goal is to und…
Sponsor: Centro Medico Teknon • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:13 UTC
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Heart risks after stem cell transplants under the microscope
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study will follow 400 people receiving a stem cell transplant to see how often they develop heart problems like heart attacks, irregular heartbeat, or heart failure. Researchers will use heart scans, blood tests, and other tools to find early warning signs. The goal is to be…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:45 UTC
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Could hidden heart inflammation cause those skipped beats?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 100 adults with frequent extra heartbeats (PVCs) to see if hidden heart inflammation (myocarditis) is the cause. Participants will get advanced heart scans and lab tests. The goal is to better understand the link and see if anti-inflammatory therapy helps thos…
Sponsor: Kansas City Heart Rhythm Research Foundation • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:36 UTC