Using computer models to improve treatment for atrial flutter after ablation
Computational Modeling Guided Ablation for Atrial Flutteris
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · VA SALT LAKE CITY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM · NIH-11072038
This study is looking at how to make treatments better for people with atypical left atrial flutter, a heart rhythm issue that can happen after they’ve had a procedure for atrial fibrillation, by using special computer models based on MRI scans to understand their heart better and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VA SALT LAKE CITY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11072038 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the treatment of atypical left atrial flutter (ALAF), a common arrhythmia that can occur after patients have undergone ablation for atrial fibrillation. The approach involves creating personalized computational models based on MRI data to better understand the heart's scar tissue and electrical circuits involved in ALAF. By using these models, the research aims to guide more effective ablation procedures, potentially reducing the need for additional treatments. The study combines advanced imaging techniques and scientific computing to enhance patient outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients who have experienced atrial flutter following ablation for atrial fibrillation and are facing challenges in managing their condition.
Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone ablation for atrial fibrillation or do not have atypical left atrial flutter may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatments for patients suffering from atrial flutter, improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using computational modeling for cardiac arrhythmias, indicating that this approach could lead to significant advancements in treatment.
Where this research is happening
SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES
- VA SALT LAKE CITY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM — SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RANJAN, RAVI — VA SALT LAKE CITY HEALTHCARE SYSTEM
- Study coordinator: RANJAN, RAVI
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 below.