Understanding Atrial Fibrillation in Cardiac Surgery Patients

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the prevalence of atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients undergoing elective open heart surgery by utilizing a wearable electrocardiogram monitoring patch. The study will collect data to determine the burden of postoperative AF, which is a common complication that can lead to increased hospital stays and healthcare costs. By accurately measuring the incidence of AF, the research seeks to provide insights into its impact on patient outcomes and healthcare resources.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Elective open heart surgery
* Age \> 20 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* Refusal to participate (patient or health care proxy)
* Participation in other pharmacological trials
* Lack of data or poor data quality which cannot be analyzed for any heart rhythm in 80% of the postoperative study period.

Where it's running

• Brigham and Women's Hospital
  Boston, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Jakob Wollborn, MD MPH
• Email: jwollborn@bwh.harvard.edu
• Phone: 6175258156

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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.