Cohort study to assess risk factors for atrial fibrillation
Official title: An Epidemiologic, Prospective, Single Center Cohort Study for the Improvement of Atrial Fibrillation Risk Stratification in High Risk Individuals
Run by Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf · NCT05442970 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to find out what factors might increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation in people who are already considered high risk.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 3000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hamburg) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 2013 |
| Main results expected | January 2027 |
| Study ends | January 2030 |
| Registry record updated | May 13, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT05442970 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 18 to 85 years who are at high risk for atrial fibrillation.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are unable to understand the study documents due to language barriers or those with physical or psychological conditions that prevent cooperation may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate and enhance the prediction of atrial fibrillation (AF) risk by considering a wide range of factors, including clinical, psycho-social, environmental, and lifestyle influences, as well as protein patterns and genetic variability. It is a prospective, single-center cohort study focused on patients identified as high risk for AF. The primary endpoint is the occurrence of AF, whether paroxysmal or permanent, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of risk factors associated with this condition.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved risk stratification and management strategies for patients at risk of atrial fibrillation.
How similar studies have gone: While this approach is comprehensive, similar studies focusing on risk stratification for atrial fibrillation have shown promise in improving patient outcomes.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 to 85 years; * Personally signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Insufficient knowledge of the German language, in order to understand study documents and computer assisted interview without translation; * Physical or psychological incapability to cooperate in the investigations
Where it's running
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Department of Cardiology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf
Hamburg, Germany Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Renate B Schnabel, Prof. — Department of Cardiology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf
- Study coordinator: Renate B Schnabel, Prof.
- Email: r.schnabel@uke.de
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.