High Power Short Duration Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation

Pulmonary Vein Isolation Strategy of Very High Power Short Duration in Patients With Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation: Q-INDEX Trial

Not applicable Interventional Seoul National University Hospital · NCT05996159

This study is testing a new quick and powerful heart procedure to see if it can better help people with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation compared to standard methods.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment150 (estimated)
Ages19 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorSeoul National University Hospital Academic / other
Locations1 site (Seoul)
Trial IDNCT05996159 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of a novel ablation technique using very high power and short duration to treat patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation. The approach employs the QDOT Micro catheter and AI-guided ablation to enhance procedural efficiency and effectiveness. By reducing the ablation time while maintaining safety and efficacy, the study aims to improve patient outcomes in rhythm control. The research will compare this method to conventional ablation techniques to assess its viability and success rates.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are patients undergoing pulmonary vein isolation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.

Not a fit: Patients with persistent atrial fibrillation or those who have had previous ablation or surgery for atrial fibrillation may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to shorter procedure times and improved outcomes for patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar high-power ablation techniques, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients undergoing PVI for PAF

Exclusion Criteria:

* Aged less than 19 years
* Patients with persistent AF
* Patients with previous ablation or surgery for AF
* Patients with intracardiac thrombus or thromboembolic events within the previous 90 days
* Patients with cardiac surgery or acute coronary syndrome within the previous 90 days
* Patients with contraindication(s) for using oral anticoagulants
* Patients with LA anteroposterior diameter of more than 55 mm
* Patients with left ventricular ejection fraction less than 35%
* Pregnants or those who plan to become pregnant during the study
* Life expectancy less than a year

Where this trial is running

Seoul

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 Paroxysmal Atrial Fibrillation
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