High-power ablation for atrial fibrillation and esophageal safety
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study tests a very high-power energy method to treat atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) and checks how it affects the esophagus (the tube connecting your mouth to your stomach). The goal is to see if this faster approach is safe and effective.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have atrial fibrillation that comes and goes (paroxysmal) and is not controlled by medication.
- Your atrial fibrillation is not caused by a heart valve problem.
- You understand the study and agree to participate and complete follow-up visits.
- You do not have a blood clot in your heart, severe heart failure, or recent heart attack or 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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