Stopping blood thinners after successful AF ablation with close heart monitoring
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether people with atrial fibrillation who have had a successful ablation procedure can safely stop taking blood thinners (NOACs) if they wear a monitor to check for any silent heart rhythm problems. It may help you avoid the risks of long-term blood thinner use if your ablation has been effective.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You had atrial fibrillation ablation at least 1.5 months ago, but no more than a year ago.
- Your CHA2DS2-VA score (stroke risk) is at least 2.
- You have never had a stroke, TIA, or blood clot elsewhere.
- You have been taking a blood thinner (NOAC) continuously since the ablation.
- You have had no atrial fibrillation or flutter episodes since the ablation, and no other heart rhythm drugs for the last 2 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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