Surgery vs catheter procedure for persistent atrial fibrillation
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to treat persistent atrial fibrillation: a minimally invasive surgery approach versus a catheter ablation. It may help people find the most effective option to reduce ongoing abnormal heart rhythm and avoid repeat procedures.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have persistent atrial fibrillation (ongoing AF), confirmed on ECG/Holter within the past year.
- You have tried at least one anti-arrhythmia medicine (class I or III) but it didn’t work or you couldn’t tolerate it.
- Your heart’s left upper chamber size (left atrial volume index) is 45 or less.
- You do not plan to have other heart surgery besides AF treatment, and you can follow all follow-up visits.
- You have at least 2 years of expected life expectancy.
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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