Impact of cardiac rehabilitation and education on outcomes for patients undergoing AF ablation
Impact of Cardiac Prehabilitation, REhabilitation and Patient EDucation on Outcomes in Patients Undergoing First-time AF Ablation
This study is testing if a special exercise and education program can help people feel better after their first atrial fibrillation ablation compared to regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 106 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Coventry, West Midlands) |
| Trial ID | NCT06042231 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effectiveness of a tailored cardiac rehabilitation program combined with patient education for individuals undergoing their first atrial fibrillation (AF) ablation. It is a single-center, prospective, randomized controlled trial conducted at University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the comprehensive rehabilitation intervention or standard care, with the intervention including exercise training and lifestyle education. The aim is to determine if this approach improves outcomes compared to the usual care provided to AF ablation patients.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who are scheduled for their first AF ablation procedure.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, unable to consent, or have significant health issues preventing safe participation will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance recovery and outcomes for patients undergoing AF ablation through improved physical fitness and education.
How similar studies have performed: While cardiac rehabilitation is established for coronary heart disease, this specific approach for AF ablation is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * All patients listed for a first-time AF ablation procedure * Patients aged ≥18 years Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy * Lack of capacity to consent and participate * Presence of contraindications or limiting physical or mental health co-morbidity preventing travel, safe exercise, or productive engagement with the trial * Unable to access online exercise and support sessions from home * Participating in a research trial that will impact on their standard AF ablation procedure * Unable to understand basic spoken and written English
Where this trial is running
Coventry, West Midlands
- University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust — Coventry, West Midlands, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Faizel Osman — University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshre NHS Trust
- Study coordinator: Violet Matthews, BSc
- Email: violet.matthews@uhcw.nhs.uk
- Phone: 02476966197
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.