Studying a new sedation combo for afib treatment
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a mild sedation method using remimazolam and fentanyl during a procedure called pulsed-field ablation for atrial fibrillation (afib). It aims to find a safe and effective way to keep you comfortable without deep sedation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have paroxysmal or persistent atrial fibrillation (afib).
- You agree to take part in the study.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 35 or less.
- Your heart's pumping ability (ejection fraction) is at least 40%.
- You do not have severe heart valve problems, untreated sleep apnea, severe COPD, severe pulmonary hypertension, or myasthenia gravis.
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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