Pharmacy screening for heart rhythm problems in older adults
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This study checks for a common heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation by doing a quick heart recording at your local pharmacy. Finding it early can help prevent stroke and other complications.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You visit a participating community pharmacy for any reason
- You have never been told you have atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat)
- You can lie or sit still for 30 seconds while a heart monitor records your rhythm
- You don't have a pacemaker or other heart device implanted
- You're not currently in another heart rhythm 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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