Using digital health tools to improve follow-up care for atrial fibrillation ablation patients
Applying Digital Health to the AF Ablation NCDR, Enabling Longitudinal Follow-up
This study is looking to improve the aftercare for people who have had atrial fibrillation ablation by using a mobile app to track their health and experiences, helping both patients and doctors understand how well the procedure works over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10899671 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the follow-up care for patients who have undergone atrial fibrillation ablation by integrating digital health technologies. It combines the AF Ablation National Cardiovascular Data Registry with the Eureka mobile health platform to collect comprehensive, real-world data on patient outcomes and procedural effectiveness. Patients will be engaged through a mobile app that allows for remote consent and ongoing data collection, ensuring that their experiences and health metrics are continuously monitored. This approach seeks to provide valuable insights to both patients and healthcare providers about the long-term success of the ablation procedure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are patients who have recently undergone atrial fibrillation ablation and are willing to engage with digital health tools for ongoing monitoring.
Not a fit: Patients who have not undergone atrial fibrillation ablation or those who are unable to use mobile health applications may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved patient outcomes and more personalized care for individuals undergoing atrial fibrillation ablation.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using digital health platforms for patient engagement and data collection, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Marcus, Gregory M — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Marcus, Gregory M
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.