Short amiodarone treatment to prevent new heart rhythm after surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial studies whether a short course of amiodarone started right after heart surgery can reduce problems from new-onset atrial fibrillation (a common fast heart rhythm) or flutter. It may help some patients avoid ongoing rhythm issues and improve recovery soon after discharge.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You had heart surgery (such as bypass, valve surgery, or ascending aorta replacement) within 14 days of starting the study.
- After surgery, you developed new atrial fibrillation or flutter (confirmed on an ECG or by telemetry lasting at least 1 hour).
- Your care team expects you can receive 3 g to 5 g of amiodarone soon after surgery, as a loading dose.
- You are expected to be ready to leave the hospital within 48 hours of starting the study.
- You do not have a known history of atrial fibrillation before this surgery.
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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