Reused vs new catheters for heart ablation
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial compares reused (reprocessed) catheters with new catheters used in heart ablation procedures to see if they are equally safe and effective, and if they cost less and are better for the environment.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- Your doctor has recommended a heart ablation procedure.
- You can sign a consent form to participate.
- You do not have severe heart valve disease or other serious heart conditions that make ablation unsafe.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and your life expectancy is more than 12 months.
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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