Comparing pulse field ablation methods for atrial fibrillation
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study compares different standard methods of pulse field ablation (a type of energy used to treat irregular heartbeats) to see which works best for isolating the veins that carry blood from your lungs to your heart, helping to treat atrial fibrillation.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years of age or older.
- You must be scheduled to have a catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation.
- You must agree to allow your data to be used for this study.
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