Comparing two tools for alcohol ablation of heart vein in AFib
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to do a procedure that uses a tiny amount of alcohol to fix a heart vein that may be causing your atrial fibrillation. The goal is to see which method is safer and works better for restoring a normal heart rhythm.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have persistent atrial fibrillation or a certain type of atrial flutter.
- Heart rhythm medications either didn't work or caused side effects.
- Your heart's pumping strength is at least 35% on an ultrasound.
- You are not allergic to alcohol.
- You have not had a heart attack or stroke in the last 3 months.
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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