How Belly Fat Affects Heart Rhythm After Bypass Surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial looks at whether the amount of fat around your belly (visceral adiposity) increases the chance of developing an irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation) after planned coronary artery bypass surgery. It aims to help doctors predict and prevent this complication.
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Who can take part
- You are planning to have a scheduled (not emergency) coronary bypass surgery using a heart-lung machine.
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You do not have a current or past diagnosis of atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter.
- You do not have an active cancer, advanced lung disease, or severe kidney problems (eGFR below 30).
- You can have an abdominal ultrasound (no severe belly wounds, swelling, or shape changes).
- You agree to join the study and sign a consent form.
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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