Comparing two heart procedures for atrial fibrillation in older patients
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to control atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) in older patients: destroying a small area of the heart's electrical pathway and implanting a pacemaker, versus a procedure to isolate the veins that trigger the irregular beats. The goal is to see which approach gives you better results and fits your preferences.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 65 (for persistent AF) or at least 75 (for paroxysmal AF) years old.
- You have tried at least one heart rate or rhythm medicine that didn't help or that you couldn't tolerate.
- You have a resting heart rate above 70 bpm on a rate-control medicine (or above 90 bpm without one), as seen on an ECG.
- You have not had a prior catheter ablation for AF, left atrial flutter, or AV node ablation.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 40 or lower.
- You are able to undergo the procedures (pulmonary vein isolation or pacemaker implantation) based on your overall health.
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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