Catheter ablation vs. medications for frequent extra heartbeats
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to treat premature ventricular contractions (extra heartbeats that can cause symptoms). One approach is a catheter ablation (a procedure that destroys the tissue causing the extra beats), and the other is using anti-arrhythmic drugs (medications to control the rhythm). If you have frequent PVCs and a healthy heart, this trial could help you find the best treatment.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- Your heart must have many extra beats — at least 10% of your heartbeat over a 24-hour period.
- Your heart's pumping function must be normal (50% or higher).
- You must be experiencing symptoms from these extra beats, such as palpitations or dizziness.
- You cannot have had a prior catheter ablation for this type of irregular heartbeat.
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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