Ear stimulation to prevent irregular heartbeat after heart bypass surgery
Part of Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-invasive ear stimulation device to see if it can prevent atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) after heart bypass surgery. If effective, it could reduce complications and help you recover more smoothly.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are scheduled for a planned (non-emergency) heart bypass surgery without using a heart-lung machine.
- You have a normal heart rhythm before surgery and no history of atrial fibrillation or other significant heart rhythm problems.
- You are willing to stay in the hospital for at least 7 days after surgery for monitoring.
- You do not have severe kidney disease, active cancer, or a weakened immune system.
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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