Alcohol injection for fast heart rhythm
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests injecting ethanol (alcohol) into a vein near the heart to treat a dangerous fast heart rhythm called ventricular tachycardia. It may be an option for people who have an implanted defibrillator and have not found relief with other treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old and have a defibrillator (ICD)
- You were diagnosed with a weakened heart muscle due to a previous heart attack
- You had at least 3 episodes of fast heart rhythm or a shock from your defibrillator in the last 6 months
- Your doctor says you could be a candidate for a standard catheter ablation procedure
- You are willing to have the procedure and follow up visits
- You do not have severe heart failure or other serious medical conditions that would make the procedure unsafe
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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