Assessing bleeding and thromboembolic risks in patients with atrial fibrillation

Impact of Clinical, Echocardiographic and Biological Parameters to the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease in Patients With Non-valvular Atrial Fibrillation.

Observational Saint Antoine University Hospital · NCT02741349

This study is trying to create a new risk score to help doctors better understand the chances of bleeding and blood clots in people with atrial fibrillation.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment825 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorSaint Antoine University Hospital Academic / other
Locations4 sites (Paris and 3 other locations)
Trial IDNCT02741349 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to develop and validate a composite risk score that predicts both ischemic and bleeding risks in patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (NVAF). The researchers will first evaluate the predictive performance of existing clinical risk scores and then assess the potential value of additional markers. Ultimately, they aim to create a new risk score that could improve treatment decisions for patients with NVAF. The study will involve collecting epidemiologic, clinical, biological, and morphologic data from participants.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old with documented non-valvular atrial fibrillation.

Not a fit: Patients with significant valve disease or secondary atrial fibrillation due to acute causes may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate risk stratification and improved treatment strategies for patients with atrial fibrillation.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in developing risk scores for atrial fibrillation, but this approach aims to refine and improve existing models.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults above 18 years of age
* Presenting a NVAF which is paroxysmal, persistent or permanent and documented by an electrocardiogram (ECG)
* Willing and able to give written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients presenting a clinically and echocardiographically significant valve disease defined as :

  * mitral stenosis with a valve area \< 2cm2
  * mitral insufficiency (grade 3 or 4)
  * aortic insufficiency (grade 3 or 4)
  * tricuspid insufficiency (grade 3 or 4)
  * aortic stenosis with a valve area \< 1.5 cm2
  * mechanical valve prosthèses
* Secondary AF due to an acute cause (thyrotoxicosis, acute pericarditis, infection, systemic disease)
* Presence of a contraindication to long term anticoagulant treatment
* Absence of social security coverage
* Severe psychiatric history
* Impossibility of follow-up

Where this trial is running

Paris and 3 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Atrial FibrillationAtrial fibrillationRisk score
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.