Fat around the heart on CT scans in atrial fibrillation
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study looks at fat around the heart using CT scans to see if it is different in people with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) compared to those with normal heart rhythm. If you've had a heart CT, this research might help doctors better understand and treat heart rhythm problems.
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Who can take part
- You had a CT scan of your heart (coronary CTA or left atrial CTA) at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine.
- You are 18 years old or older.
- Your heart rhythm is normal, or you have atrial fibrillation (either the type that comes and goes or the type that doesn't go away).
- You are willing to let the research team use your CT results and basic health information.
- You can understand and cooperate with the data collection process.
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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