Heart MRI to predict irregular heartbeat after bypass surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study uses MRI scans of the heart before surgery to see if certain changes can predict who might develop atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) after coronary artery bypass surgery. If changes are found, doctors may be able to monitor or treat patients earlier to prevent complications.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old
- You are scheduled to have coronary artery bypass surgery (sometimes called 'bypass surgery') at Saint-Étienne University Hospital
- You have French social security coverage (or are entitled to it)
- You have never had atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat)
- You have no other heart surgery planned at the same time, such as valve repair or replacement
- You are able to have an MRI and an implantable loop recorder (a small device placed under the skin to monitor your heart rhythm)
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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