Improving cardiac ablation procedures with advanced energy delivery technology
Official title: Development of a multi-channel radiofrequency and pulsed field energy source generator for cardiac ablation
Funded at Sirona Medical Technologies, INC. · NIH-11040438 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to improve a heart treatment called catheter ablation for people with irregular heartbeats by creating a new device that delivers energy more precisely, making the procedure safer and more effective for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sirona Medical Technologies, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Windsor, United States) |
| Project start | May 15, 2025 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $323,230 |
| NIH project number | 1R61HL173904-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11040438 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are patients suffering from cardiac arrhythmias who may require catheter ablation therapy.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with arrhythmias that are not amenable to catheter ablation or those who are not candidates for any form of invasive cardiac procedures may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing catheter ablation therapy for cardiac arrhythmias, which can lead to serious health issues if untreated. The study aims to develop a new multi-channel radiofrequency and pulsed field energy source generator that allows for more precise and controlled energy delivery to the heart tissue. By utilizing innovative catheter designs, the research seeks to minimize damage to surrounding tissues and improve the overall safety and efficacy of the ablation procedure. Patients may benefit from a more effective treatment option that is less complex and more accessible.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective cardiac ablation treatments, improving outcomes for patients with arrhythmias.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in improving catheter ablation techniques, but this specific approach with multi-channel energy delivery is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
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Sirona Medical Technologies, INC.
Windsor, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Haghighi-Mood, Ali — Sirona Medical Technologies, INC.
- Study coordinator: Haghighi-Mood, Ali
Related research
Other NIH-funded projects on the same topics.
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Multi-channel energy source and catheter system to improve cardiac ablation safety and precision
A new energy generator and specialized catheters are being developed to make cardiac ablation safer, more precise, and easier for patients with heart rhythm problems.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.