New heart zapping technique could change AFib treatment forever
NCT ID NCT07601763
First seen May 22, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new way to treat atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm problem that raises stroke risk. The new method, called pulsed field ablation, uses short electrical pulses to destroy only the faulty heart cells while sparing nearby tissues like the esophagus. About 1,574 adults with AFib who have not had this procedure before will be randomly assigned to either the new pulsed field ablation or standard radiofrequency ablation. The main goal is to see if the new method is better at preventing AFib from coming back within a year.
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National Cardiovascular Diseases Center, Fuwai Hospital
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