Exploring atrial fibrillation risk in competitive athletes
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at why athletes may be more likely to develop atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat). By comparing athletes and non-athletes, researchers hope to better understand the connection between endurance sports and this heart condition.
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Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You must have a confirmed history of atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) that is either intermittent or persistent (not permanent).
- You must be a competitive athlete: have done endurance sports with more than 1500 total hours of moderate to intense training, and have competed in at least one event in the last 10 years.
- You must not have certain heart conditions (like a previous heart attack, heart failure, heart muscle disease, congenital heart disease, significant valve disease, or uncontrolled high blood pressure).
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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