Atrial fibrillation screening in people with high NT-proBNP
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation, Mental health clinical trials.
This study is checking people over 40 who have a higher-than-average heart stress marker (NT-proBNP) to see if they have undiagnosed atrial fibrillation. You'll use a smartphone to track your heart rhythm at home.
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Who can take part
- You are 40 years or older.
- Your NT-proBNP level (a protein in blood that can show heart strain) is above average for your age.
- You have never been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat).
- You are not taking blood-thinning medication (like warfarin, apixaban, or rivaroxaban).
- You do not have a pacemaker or a similar heart device.
- You have a smartphone you can use for the study.
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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