Early heart rhythm treatment to help prevent stroke
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests an early treatment approach for people who had a recent ischemic stroke (a stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel) and have an irregular heart rhythm called atrial fibrillation (AF). It aims to lower the chance of having another stroke by treating AF as early as possible after the stroke.
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Who can take part
- You had an ischemic stroke within the last 4 weeks, confirmed by a scan (CT/MRI) or clinician diagnosis
- You can start the trial treatment within 4 weeks after your stroke, as soon as your doctors safely allow
- Your atrial fibrillation was first noticed no more than 1 year ago
- You are able to give informed consent (you or your legally authorized representative)
- You have not had AF ablation or surgery to treat AF in the past
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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