Long-term care for irregular heartbeats in pacemaker patients
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study follows people who already have a pacemaker and develop atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) to see how it affects them over time and improve their care. It may help you understand and manage your heart rhythm better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You already have a pacemaker and have had atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) after it was placed.
- You are willing to sign a consent form and attend follow-up visits.
- You do not have permanent or continuous atrial fibrillation.
- You do not have severe liver or kidney disease, thyroid problems, or cancer.
- You are not pregnant and do not have severe heart valve disease or other major heart conditions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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