Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Nationwide registry for catheter ablation treatment of cardiac arrhythmias in Japan

Official title: Japanese Catheter Ablation Registry

Run by National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Japan · NCT03729232 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is collecting information on how well catheter ablation works for treating heart rhythm problems in Japan to see how safe and effective the procedure is.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment400000 (estimated)
SponsorNational Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Japan
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Suita, Osaka)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 1, 2017
Main results expectedMarch 31, 2030
Study endsMarch 31, 2030
Registry record updatedNovember 13, 2023
Trial IDNCT03729232 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this registry are patients in Japan who are undergoing catheter ablation for cardiac arrhythmias.

Probably not a fit

Patients who refuse to consent to participate in the registry will 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

The Japanese Catheter Ablation Registry is a voluntary nationwide observational registry aimed at collecting and analyzing data on catheter ablation treatments for cardiac arrhythmias across Japan. Conducted by the Japanese Heart Rhythm Society in collaboration with the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, this registry utilizes a Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) system for prospective data collection. It focuses on documenting the acute success rates, complications, and various predictive factors associated with catheter ablation procedures. Data is collected annually, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness and safety of these treatments in Japanese arrhythmia units.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could enhance the understanding of catheter ablation outcomes and improve treatment protocols for patients with cardiac arrhythmias.

How similar studies have gone: Other observational registries have shown success in improving treatment outcomes and understanding complications in similar medical fields.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients treated with catheter ablation in Japan

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who refused to consent

Where it's running

  • National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center
    Suita, Osaka, Japan
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Teiichi Yamane, MD, PhD — The Jikei University School of Medicine
  • Study coordinator: Kengo Kusano, MD, PhD
  • Email: kusanokengo@ncvc.go.jp
  • Phone: +81-6-6170-1070

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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